Solar Foods, a Finnish start-up, has created an innovative technique for making food utilizing hydrogen from Nel’s electrolyzer equipment. In its hunt for dependable and energy-efficient hydrogen generation equipment, Solar Foods chose Nel’s atmospheric alkaline electrolyzer.
Hydrogen-powered food
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This new manufacturing process represents a substantial development in greener food technology. The strategy aims to change how we think about food production, making it more sustainable and separate from conventional agricultural processes.
"Nel has a long history in electrolyzers, and Nel's technology is robust, reliable, and long-tested", said Dr. Juha-Pekka Pitkänen, CTO Solar Foods.
Hydrogen’s Role
Hydrogen, created through water electrolysis, is fundamental to the Solar Foods process. Bacteria use hydrogen as an energy source in a bioreactor to transform CO2 into protein.
The final product is Solein, a high-protein powder that may be employed in numerous foods. Hydrogen is critical to maintaining the efficiency and sustainability of this production method.
Unlike traditional agriculture, which requires a lot of water, land, and fertilizer, Solar Foods’ process uses very few natural resources. This technique can be performed in controlled surroundings, allowing for consistent food production regardless of external weather conditions.
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