We are pleased to share that Elcogen has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hygreen Energy Co., Ltd (Hygreen), a Beijing-based technology group specialising in electrolysis and clean power generation solutions, to explore opportunities to bring advanced solid oxide stack technology to new applications and markets globally.
Today, Hygreen supplies alkaline, proton exchange membrane (PEM) and anion exchange membrane (AEM) electrolyser systems to customers globally, and aims to expand its portfolio to include solid oxide electrolysis (SOEC) and solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) systems. By combining Hygreen’s experience in system integration with Elcogen’s solid oxide stack technology and engineering expertise, we will explore opportunities to broaden Hygreen’s technology offering and integrate solid oxide stack technology into new system solutions.
As part of our planned cooperation, we intend to accelerate the development and testing of both SOFC and SOEC-based systems, progressing from laboratory-scale technology towards larger MW-scale demonstration systems over the next two years. This work will help establish a pathway for rapidly evaluating system performance, demonstrating the technology at increasing scales and assessing its potential for commercial application.
Alongside technical development, together, Elcogen and Hygreen will assess deeper commercial arrangements, including localised manufacturing and product supply, and further technical cooperation, laying the groundwork for a possible long-term partnership.
“This agreement represents an important opportunity to explore how our solid oxide technology can contribute to the development of next-generation electrolysis and fuel cell systems. By working with Hygreen, we look forward to combining our respective strengths and evaluating opportunities to bring solid oxide solutions to both the Chinese and wider international markets,” said Enn Õunpuu, CEO and Founder of Elcogen.
“Solid oxide stack technology is a strong complement to our portfolio, and this MoU marks an important step in broadening our technology offering. By combining Elcogen’s solid oxide expertise with our system integration and global market experience, we see real potential to accelerate the development of SOEC and SOFC systems and bring these solutions to commercial scale in China and beyond,” said Alan Tan, Chief Commercial Officer of Hygreen Energy.
Elcogen Contact:
Laura Quinton, Communications Manager,
laura.quinton@elcogen.com, +358 (0)456163133
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About Hygreen Energy
Hygreen Energy is a world leading electrolyzer manufacturer that offers comprehensive solutions to green hydrogen production. Specializing in Alkaline, PEM, and AEM technologies, Hygreen electrolyzers are rigorously tested, robustly built, and extensively proven with in-field usage by customers worldwide. Backed by over 19 years of experience and over 300 electrolyzer projects delivered, Hygreen Energy’s engineers are some of the world’s most experienced professionals when supporting EPCs and hydrogen project developers. By transforming the electrolyzer industry with unparalleled efficiency, safety, cost, and durability, Hygreen Energy is enabling the world’s clean energy transition by supporting the growth of green hydrogen across many industries.
About Elcogen
Elcogen develops and supplies a proprietary solid oxide technology platform that operates in both fuel cell (SOFC) and electrolysis (SOEC) modes, enabling affordable green hydrogen production and zero-emission power generation to drive the clean energy transition. Founded in 2001, the company has its registered office in the UK, its main headquarters in Tallinn, Estonia, and R&D centres of excellence in both Estonia and Finland. Serving a growing global customer base, Elcogen’s cells, stacks, and modules are integrated into third-party systems across sectors where decarbonisation is essential, including steel, fuels, shipping and energy infrastructure. Application-agnostic by design, Elcogen’s technology delivers exceptional efficiency, flexibility and reliability, unlocking the full potential of renewable energy. Together with its partners, Elcogen is enabling a wider ecosystem of developers to advance the global shift to net zero, bridging today’s energy landscape with a sustainable future.