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Nissan Revolutionizes Renewable Energy with Breakthrough Bio-Ethanol Power

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In a landmark move for sustainability, Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. has introduced an innovative stationary power generation system powered by bio-ethanol. This significant development marks a new chapter in high-efficiency power generation, with Nissan initiating trials at its Tochigi Plant. The company’s vision is clear – full-scale operational capacity by 2030, showcasing its unwavering commitment to innovation and achieving carbon neutrality.

Nissan’s Pioneering Leap: Bio-Ethanol Powered Systems

Nissan’s and Bio-Ethanol Powered Systems
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Nissan’s journey into sustainable power began in 2016, with the development of the world’s first vehicle propulsion system utilizing a solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) powered by bio-ethanol. Today, the company is extending this innovative technology to stationary power generation. This strategic move not only highlights Nissan’s versatility in leveraging its SOFC development experience but also underscores its ongoing dedication to environmental stewardship.

The Cutting-Edge Efficiency of SOFCs

At the heart of Nissan’s innovative strategy is the efficiency of solid oxide fuel cells. These SOFCs can achieve an impressive power generation efficiency of 70% by harnessing hydrogen from various fuels. The introduction of a metal-supported cell within the SOFC stack enhances its strength, enables quicker start-up and shutdown times, and offers adaptability to sudden output demand changes. This flexibility is pivotal for future integration with renewable energy sources, making Nissan’s technology a cornerstone for green energy solutions.

Green Fuel: The Sorghum Advantage

Nissan’s green initiative is powered by bio-ethanol derived from sorghum, developed in partnership with Binex Inc. This selection highlights Nissan’s pursuit of a carbon-neutral cycle, capitalizing on sorghum’s rapid growth cycle and its CO2 emissions offset by its CO2 absorption during growth. Sorghum’s adaptability, coupled with the dual-use of its stem for ethanol and grain for food, positions it as a key player in sustainable energy solutions.

A Vision for Carbon Neutrality

Kazuhiko Murata, Nissan’s corporate vice president, articulates the company’s commitment to innovation amidst the automotive industry’s electrification shift. With a focus on Nissan-derived technologies, the company is poised to significantly contribute to the electrification movement and the global stride towards carbon neutrality.

Nissan’s Electrified Future

With ambitions to achieve carbon neutrality across its operations and product life cycle by 2050, Nissan is paving the way towards fully electrifying its plant equipment. This strategy includes leveraging renewable energy sources and onsite fuel cells utilizing alternative fuels, embodying Nissan’s commitment to pioneering a sustainable and electrified future.

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