Membranes in Fuel Cell and Electrolyzer Applications

Dear Colleagues,

Hydrogen is one of the most promising green energy sources for the future due to its abundant reserves, high energy density, cleanliness, and absence of pollution. Fuel cells are key carriers necessary to realize the conversion of hydrogen into electrical energy. According to different electrolytes, fuel cells can be divided into proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs), alkaline fuel cells (AFCs), and solid oxide fuel cells (SOFCs), etc. Compared with other fuel cells, PEMFCs have a high energy density, low operating temperature, and fast dynamic response, as well as being non-corrosive and unaffected by carbon dioxide, making them suitable for portable power supplies, motor vehicle power supplies, and medium- and small-power generation systems.

The application of PEMFCs also needs to be supported by cheap and efficient hydrogen production technology. Hydrogen production via electrolyzers is a new development trend in the hydrogen energy industry. Currently, alkaline electrolyzers are the most developed technology, while PEM electrolyzers have a wide range of operating current densities to better accommodate for the volatility of renewable energy sources.

This Special Issue aims to discuss the latest innovations, technologies and developments in fuel cell and hydrogen production by electrolyzers. From this perspective, we are pleased to invite you to submit your original research or review articles to this Special Issue of Membranes, entitled “Membranes in Fuel Cell and Electrolyzer Applications.” 

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Qiuwan Shen
Prof. Dr. Jinliang Yuan
Prof. Dr. Bengt Sunden
Guest Editors

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