Largest U.S.-constructed PEM electrolyzer of 35 megawatts capacity installed at hydroelectric facility in Niagara Falls
In a significant stride for clean hydrogen technology in North America, Accelera has delivered a 35-megawatt (MW) PEM electrolyzer to a facility in New York. This system, manufactured at Accelera's Minnesota facility in Fridley, is designed to generate green hydrogen at commercial scale, powered by local renewable hydroelectric energy.
The electrolyzer, which was delivered by Cummins / Accelera, will run entirely on renewable hydroelectric energy from the region once installed at Linde's hydrogen plant in Niagara Falls, New York State. This system, now the largest operational system of its kind in the US, is a testament to Accelera's commitment to domestic clean energy production and its intention to push the scale of green hydrogen production even further.
The PEM electrolyzer is designed to decarbonize industrial processes and drive large-scale adoption of zero-emission fuels. It uses electricity, sourced from clean hydropower, to split water into hydrogen and oxygen in an electrochemical reaction made possible by its proton exchange membrane. This allows it to operate without producing emissions.
Accelera has established a track record of reliability and performance with over 600 PEM electrolyzers already deployed globally. The 35 MW system, now installed in New York, is a significant milestone not only for Accelera but also for the advancement of clean hydrogen technology.
Des McMenamin, electrolyzers general manager at Accelera, made a statement about the delivery being a significant milestone. He emphasized the importance of the system in supporting production at Linde's plant and in accelerating the clean energy transition.
The system is modular, scalable, and enables future expansions and integration into increasingly complex industrial workflows. As a global leader in the field, Accelera employs approximately 69,900 people worldwide and maintains an extensive distribution and support network spanning more than 190 countries and territories.
In 2024, Cummins, a partner in the project, earned USD 3.9 billion in profit on total sales of USD 34.1 billion. This partnership underscores the growing interest and investment in clean hydrogen technology and its potential to revolutionize the energy sector.
Electrolyzers that leverage renewable energy sources produce green hydrogen, a vital resource for accelerating the clean energy transition. As the demand for clean energy continues to grow, the delivery of this system marks an important step towards a greener, more sustainable future.
