- Asahi Kasei's 1 MW electrolyzer will be operational in Central Finland by early 2026.
- The system can produce enough hydrogen in an hour to refill three fuel cell vehicles.
- Cefmof plans to use hydrogen for sustainable mobility and urban planning in Jyväskylä.
- The modular design allows for scalable hydrogen production to meet future demand.
Project Overview
Asahi Kasei will supply its Aqualyzer™-C3, a 1 MW-class alkaline-water electrolyzer, to the Central Finland Mobility Foundation (Cefmof). The system will support hydrogen production and decarbonization efforts in Central Finland, with full operation expected by the first half of 2026.
Technological Background
Asahi Kasei has been involved in chlor-alkali electrolysis since 1975 and expanded into water electrolysis systems for hydrogen production. The Aqualyzer™-C3, introduced in 2024, is a containerized system designed for scalability, ranging from 1 to 7.5 MW, to meet diverse hydrogen market needs.
Cefmof's Role
Cefmof, established by the City of Jyväskylä, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team, and the Toyota Mobility Foundation, focuses on sustainable mobility and urban planning using green hydrogen. The foundation aims to demonstrate hydrogen's potential in cold climates and the mobility industry through projects like hydrogen-powered transport and infrastructure.
Scalability and Future Plans
The Aqualyzer™-C3's modular design allows for easy scalability to meet growing hydrogen demand. The system can produce enough hydrogen in an hour to refill approximately three fuel cell vehicles. Installation in Jyväskylä is set to begin by the end of 2025, with full-scale operation targeted for early 2026.
