To understand one of the many applications of the GEH₂®, there is nothing better than a concrete example, such as the 89th edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, France, which took place in August 2021.
The Automobile Club de l'Ouest (ACO) is a true supporter and pioneer in the use of hydrogen. The organizer of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the ACO requested the use of the electro-hydrogen fuel cell power generator GEH₂® to electrify the off-grid area of the Fan Zone during the entire endurance race, so as to showcase its commitment to the energy transition and highlight its CSR strategy. In the planning phase, a simple study was made to calculate the power needs, and anticipate the volume of hydrogen required to power this event. The ACO then entrusted EODev to replace a 50 kVA diesel genset with a GEH₂® power generator to provide electricity to the main Fan Zone of the event. Over three days, 161 kg of CO₂ were saved and the visitors benefited from better air quality and quiet power generation. Stéphane Darracq, ACO's Managing Director, commented upon the experience: «We are looking for innovation partners: it is therefore natural that we turned to EODev to invest in hydrogen technology for off grid power.»
The initiative also resulted in strong impact amongst the media, with a wide range of articles featuring the presence of the GEH₂® on site, and advocating for the use of such devices to improve the sustainability of large scale public events. From lighting to giant screens and food trucks, sports and cultural events are particularly energy-intensive with many temporary needs scattered over large areas where the grid is not sized accordingly.
In case of grid failure, or simply when the grid does not exist, the GEH₂® electro-hydrogen generator brings you the energy you need, without CO₂ emissions or fine particles. With the GEH₂® and its record-breaking energy density, you benefit from instant power of 110kVA in an optimized volume.
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