
The Texas-based energy technology company, Harnyss, a pioneer in advanced hydrogen storage technologies, recently held a media conference about its hydrogen and energy storage solutions, offerings that are resilient and self-sustainable.
Based in Fort Worth, Texas, USA, Harnyss uses a unique solid-state hydrogen storage method that’s safer and simpler, fitting various applications like fuel cells.
Cost-effective and safe, storing three to five times more hydrogen in the same space as traditional methods. It does not need extreme temperatures or water from the ground or sea. Instead, it collects moisture from the air. There’s no need for compression or extra equipment, cutting hydrogen gas costs. Plus, it’s eco-friendly with low carbon emissions in manufacturing and customizable pressure levels.
As shared during the media conference, atop the container, Kirby Smith, chief executive officer of Harnyss, said that they have a system that collects water from the air. “We never draw water from the community, deplete agricultural water sources, or take away drinking water.”
Smith said that drinking water is a precious commodity worldwide. Hence, “we extract water from the air, requiring only 28 percent humidity, even below desert levels – an inhospitable environment,” he underscored.
“(W)e extract water from the air, bring it into the container, and produce hydrogen,” he explained. Remarkably, they require minimal water for significant hydrogen production, resulting in excess water, which they convert into clean drinking water.
As a byproduct, besides clean power, “we offer clean drinking water accessible to the community through external tanks,” he added.
It was also mentioned in the event that in the Philippines, water shortage is not actually an issue, with 65 percent of the year being rainy. The dry season is brief, implying that the challenge lies in effectively harnessing excess water.
The country requires catchment systems, small water storage facilities, and similar infrastructure to capture water effectively.
Despite the country getting an average of 19 typhoons annually and being surrounded by water bodies, the focus should be on harnessing water resources effectively.
“We possess the solution – we are the hydrogen solution. Our intellectual property revolves around hydrogen storage, a technology already proven effective. We are prepared to collaborate with the government,” Smith noted.
He also added that their solution is market-ready today. While other hydrogen technologies exist, they tend to be expensive and in the research and development phase. “Our technology is implementable immediately,” he assured.
Companies have approached Smith and his team for collaborations, seeking to utilize their hydrogen storage technology in various applications, including fuel cell cars and hydrogen-powered vehicles.
“We have developed technology to collect water from the air, eliminating the need for external water sources,” he said, noting that this water is then utilized to produce hydrogen onboard, streamlining logistics and supply chains.
“Our goal is to create a self-sufficient system where no external fuel deliveries are required,” he said, allowing them to produce their own fuel and control all aspects of the system.
One of Harnyss’ innovations is the creation of a microgrid-in-a-box tailored for hospitals, communities, and industries. It is also a reliable power solution for essential services. Other than hydrogen storage, it likewise has other storage solutions like long-duration energy storage, microgrid, and ultrafast EV charging.