Honeywell has launched a new suite of artificial intelligence-enabled technologies to improve the efficiency, scalability, and cost-effectiveness of green hydrogen production.
Named Honeywell Protonium™, the system integrates machine learning and predictive algorithms to optimise plant design and operations. According to the company, it is intended to address key challenges facing green hydrogen production, including power intermittency, high production costs, and the need to reduce carbon intensity.
The technology will first be adopted by Aternium, a US-based producer of clean hydrogen, which plans to deploy it at its Mid-Atlantic Clean Hydrogen Hub (MACH2). The site is one of seven hydrogen hubs selected for funding by the US Department of Energy.
Andrew Cottone, CEO and Founder of Aternium, commented, “Our selection of the Honeywell Protonium™ portfolio for our planned Mid-Atlantic sites was a strategic decision to ensure we operate with the highest efficiency and safety standards.” He added, “Honeywell’s proven expertise and innovative solutions will be instrumental in helping us achieve our mission of producing clean hydrogen.”
The Protonium™ portfolio comprises three main components:
- Concept Design Optimizer – a tool to improve plant design and reduce the Levelised Cost of Hydrogen (LCOH).
- Hydrogen Electrolyser Control System – developed to improve electrolyser performance and operational lifespan.
- Hydrogen Unified Control and Optimizer – designed to streamline energy management and operational processes using digital twins, AI, and predictive analytics.
Pramesh Maheshwari, President of Honeywell Process Solutions, said, “Honeywell is helping to accelerate the commercial viability of green hydrogen through optimised design and improved plant efficiency. As adoption of green hydrogen grows, it is crucial for producers to look to autonomy to advance electrification and the energy transition.”
Honeywell Protonium™ is now available globally, with further deployments expected as demand for green hydrogen solutions increases.
