2583/JN — Molten Carbonate Fuel Cell (MCFC) as Part of CO2 Capture System

Concepts

• fuel cells
• sheffield
• national translational energy research centre
• part of co2 capture system
• molten carbonate fuel cell
• carbon capture
• mini-grid system
• energy systems
• low carbon economy
• low carbon energy generation

Location

Translational Energy Research Centre at the University of Sheffield

Description

With co-funding from the European Regional Development Fund, the University of Sheffield is establishing a flagship national Translational Energy Research Centre (TERC) and is looking to procure and integrate into a mini-grid system a range of bioenergy and renewable energy generating equipment, Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS), fuel cells and electrolysers. Carbon capture is a fundamental element in the transition to low carbon economy. Molten carbonate fuel cell (MCFC) technology is highly appealing: it does not only capture CO2 but also produces electrical energy at the same time. Furthermore, the high operating temperature (~600 ºC) enables MCFC to internally process a wide spectrum of fuel and flue gases. As part of the equipment portfolio, we are looking to procure an MCFC system capable of generating ≥ 30 kW. The system will support our extensive current and future research activities in low carbon energy generation, integrated energy systems and hydrogen economy.

Total Quantity or Scope

The MCFC system will support our extensive current and future research activities in low carbon energy generation, integrated energy systems and hydrogen economy.

Award Detail

Award Criteria

CPV Codes

• 31122100 - Fuel cells
• 71314000 - Energy and related services

Indicators

• Award on basis of price and quality.