Regenerative Fuel Cells for Energy Storage

Regenerative or reversible fuel cells (RFCs) are capable of both power generation and, in a reverse mode, production of a fuel. This paper focuses on the use of hydrogen-based RFCs for energy storage applications. Alternative cathodes free from disadvantages of the oxygen cathode are considered. Ultimate replacement of compressed hydrogen with virtual hydrogen storage using organic hydrides as an anode active material is proposed.

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