New Energies, new possibilities

The Hongqi C100FCEV demonstration model rolls off the production line, featuring 550+ km hydrogen range, NVH/thermal management upgrades, and a pioneering hybrid fuel cell-range extender architecture.

Recently, Hongqi, the premium brand of FAW Group, announced the successful rollout of its first range-extended fuel cell passenger vehicle - the Hongqi C100FCEV demonstration model - from the R&D headquarters of China FAW. This milestone marks a major breakthrough in hydrogen fuel cell passenger vehicle technology, featuring an innovative range-extended fuel cell system layout that outperforms peer products in NVH (noise, vibration, harshness) performance, thermal management efficiency, and trunk space.

Technical Breakthroughs & System Architecture

The C100FCEV integrates a range-extender configuration with a fuel cell system, addressing 续航 (range) anxiety through a hybrid energy solution. Key innovations include:

• Integrated vehicle architecture: Overcoming challenges in integrating range-extender components with fuel cell systems

• Hydrogen safety control: Advanced hydrogen leakage detection and emergency response systems

• Thermal management optimization: Efficient cooling systems designed for extreme cold climates

These advancements enable the vehicle to achieve a hydrogen-powered range exceeding 550 kilometers, with fuel economy and acceleration metrics reaching leading domestic standards.

Strategic Alignment with New Energy Initiatives

Since declaring its "All in New Energy" strategy in 2023, Hongqi has accelerated multi-faceted deployments in electrification. Leveraging the frigid environment of Northeast China, the brand has pioneered hydrogen fuel cell vehicle demonstration operations in seasonal frozen zones, using real-world scenarios to mature the industrial chain.

The C100FCEV project, initiated in June 2024, showcases Hongqi's focus on cold-weather adaptability. Its fuel cell system is optimized for low-temperature start-ups, addressing a critical pain point for hydrogen vehicles in extreme climates.

Milestone for Demonstration Operations

The rollout of the platform vehicle signals the project's entry into the demonstration operation phase. Planned deployments will:

1. Validate system reliability in diverse climatic conditions
2. Gather real-world data for technology iteration
3. Drive commercialization through public-private partnership models

" This achievement solidifies Hongqi's position as a pioneer in China's hydrogen mobility sector," stated a FAW Group spokesperson. "By combining range-extender technology with fuel cells, we aim to bridge the gap between current EV limitations and future zero-emission mobility needs."

Industry Implications

As China pushes to become a global leader in hydrogen technology, Hongqi's breakthrough highlights the strategic importance of passenger vehicle fuel cell R&D. The C100FCEV not only enhances Hongqi's new energy portfolio but also provides technical references for the industry, particularly in integrating range-extender solutions with zero-carbon power systems.

With this launch, Hongqi joins an elite group of automakers worldwide advancing fuel cell passenger vehicles, positioning itself at the forefront of China's transition to a hydrogen economy.

Source:ChinaHydrogenAlliance

June 18, 2025 – The 2025 International Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Vehicle Congress & Exhibition (FCVC 2025) opened in Shanghai, co-hosted by the China Society of Automotive Engineers (CSAE) and the International Hydrogen Fuel Cell Association (IHFCA). Guided by the People's Government of Jiading District, Shanghai, and organized by Anting·Shanghai International Automobile City, the event acknowledges the strategic support of CWT Platinum (formerly Anglo-American Platinum).

Opening Ceremony Highlights

Zhang Jinhua, President of CSAE;

Lu Zufang, Member of the Standing Committee of Jiading District Committee and Executive Vice Mayor of Jiading;

Hilton INGRAM, Global Market Executive President of CWT Platinum, delivered opening addresses.

Keynote speeches were presented by Academician Ouyang Minggao, Professor at Tsinghua University and President of IHFCA, and Petra SCHWAGER, Director of the Climate and Technology Partnerships Division at the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).

The opening ceremony was chaired by Hou Fushen, Vice President and Secretary-General of CSAE, with panel discussions moderated by Wang Ju, Secretary-General of IHFCA and Member of the UN Energy Transition Engineering Committee (CEET), and Professor Yu Zhuoping from Tongji University's School of Automotive Studies.

Attendees & Industry Representation

Key attendees included Tian Shihong, Former Deputy Director of the State Administration for Market Regulation; Chen Kele, Deputy Director of the Automotive Industry Division at Shanghai Municipal Economic and Information Technology Commission; Yan Jianming, Secretary of the Party Committee of Anting Town; Shao Gang, Mayor of Anting Town; Chen Gang, Party Secretary and Chairman of Shanghai International Automobile City (Group) Co., Ltd.; and Pan Xiaohong, Deputy Party Secretary and General Manager of the same group. International participants included Mikaa BLUGEON-MERED, Senior Expert in Green Hydrogen Production at the University of Quebec, Canada, and Emilio Nieto GALLEGO, General Manager of Spain's National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology Testing Center.

Strategic Insights

Zhang Jinhua emphasized hydrogen's potential in decarbonizing transportation and industry, highlighting fuel cell vehicles (FCVs) as critical for zero-carbon mobility, especially in medium and heavy commercial vehicles. He called for accelerating scale-up through demonstration projects, policy optimization, technological innovation, and international collaboration.

Lu Zufang stated Jiading's commitment to leading automotive transformation in intelligent connected vehicles and new energy, vowing to enhance policy support and business environment for industry growth.

Hilton INGRAM noted CWT Platinum's dedication to hydrogen and fuel cell development as a founding IHFCA member, underscoring China's favorable policy landscape for global partnerships toward carbon neutrality.

Academician Ouyang Minggao revealed China leads global FCV commercial vehicle fleets, with a mature, self-reliant industry chain. However, he cautioned challenges in hydrogen refueling infrastructure, transportation, storage tanks, and high costs, projecting China's new energy revolution to peak by 2030, driving a trillion-yuan hydrogen industry by 2050.

Petra SCHWAGER warned despite global energy reforms, hydrogen's application remains low, hindered by massive investment needs and lacking international standards. She called for collective efforts to unlock its potential for sustainable development.

Industry Discussions & Alliance Launch

Enterprise leaders from SAIC, Hyundai, Toyota, Faurecia, and Sinoma Technology delivered speeches on "Hydrogen Supply Ecosystem & Fuel Cell Industry Development" and "Key Technological Innovations in FCVs."

The event also saw the launch of the Shanghai Jiading Hydrogen Energy Port Hydrogen Energy Storage Industry Alliance, attended by government officials and industry heads including Lu Bingbing, CEO of Shanghai Hydrogen Proton Technology, and Peng Qianfeng, Hydrogen Business Lead at Schaeffler Hydrogen Technology. The alliance aims to foster cross-chain collaboration for hydrogen energy storage development in Jiading.

Exhibition & Industrial Landscape

FCVC 2025 showcased over 300 global enterprises across 25,000 sq.m., featuring next-gen FCVs, hydrogen mining trucks, drones, bicycles, and portable power systems. With 15,000+ visitors, the exhibition highlighted hydrogen's diversified applications.

As a pioneer in China's hydrogen industry, Jiading hosts 105 fuel cell system and component enterprises, a complete industrial chain including stacks, membrane electrodes, and compressors, and the "Hydrogen Energy Port" park. As the lead city of Shanghai's demonstration cluster, it has deployed 3,450 fuel cell vehicles (78% of Shanghai's total) and 5 hydrogen refueling stations, supported by public platforms like Tongji University's research center and Shanghai's hydrogen data platform.

This event solidifies Shanghai's role in advancing global hydrogen and fuel cell technology, aligning with China's carbon neutrality goals and industrial upgrading strategies.

Source:FCVC

早稲田大学は、メソポーラス構造を持つ、単結晶高エントロピー合金を開発した。5元素以上の合金の単結晶化と高比表面積化を両立したことで、白金触媒の2.9倍となる性能を達成した。

早稲田大学は2025年6月10日、メソポーラス構造を持つ、単結晶高エントロピー合金（HEA）を開発したと発表した。5元素以上の合金の単結晶化と高比表面積化を両立したことで、白金触媒の2.9倍となる性能を達成した。名古屋大学、物質・材料研究機構との共同研究による成果だ。

　研究では、電池や燃料電池に使われる白金触媒の代替材料として、5種類以上の金属元素を混ぜたHEAに着目。複数元素から成る単結晶のHEAをナノサイズかつ均一な多孔質構造で合成するため、界面活性剤を用いたソフト化学合成法を活用した。

　Pt、Pd、Ru、Ir、Rhの白金族金属を混合した合金に対し、水と油それぞれになじむ部分を持つ分子が集まって球状に形成されるミセル構造をテンプレートとして、ナノスケールのメソポーラス球状合金粒子を形成した。この手法により、粒子全体に均一なメソポア（2～50nmの穴）を持つ単結晶HEAを合成できた。

メソポーラス単結晶HEAの電子顕微鏡像とHEA構成元素マッピング［クリックで拡大］ 出所：早稲田大学

　実験では、従来の白金触媒（Pt-C）に比べ、メタノール酸化反応での電流密度が触媒当たりでは最大2.9倍、白金重量当たりでは4.5倍になった。充放電サイクル耐性にも優れ、2500回以上の充放電後も、最大値に対して93％の性能を保持した。

メタノール酸化反応での電流密度は白金触媒の最大2.9倍 出所：早稲田大学

充放電サイクル耐性［クリックで拡大］ 出所：早稲田大学

　こうした性能は、多孔質構造によって活性面積が増加し、単結晶構造で電荷移動を効率化したことによるものと考えられる。また、多元素合金により表面電子が最適化され、CO被毒性を抑制した。

　今回の成果は、メタノール燃料電池など次世代エネルギーデバイスにおいて、高効率かつ長寿命の触媒としての活用が見込まれる。今後は、より安価で入手しやすい金属を含めた多元素系への展開と、大型のセルや実用環境での耐久性検証に取り組む考えだ。

白金を超える性能の単結晶高エントロピー合金を開発：研究開発の最前線 - MONOist

温室効果ガス、マイクロプラスチックに続く環境課題として注目を集めつつある窒素廃棄物排出の管理（窒素管理）、その解決を目指す窒素循環技術の開発を概説しています。今回は廃水中のアンモニウムを回収し、再利用可能な資源に転換する技術を紹介します。

廃水中のアンモニウムを有価値化して再利用する新技術：有害な廃棄物を資源に変える窒素循環技術（12）（1/2 ページ） - MONOist

マクセルは2025年6月19日、硫化物系全固体電池における容量劣化のメカニズムを明らかにしたと発表した。

　全固体電池は理論的に長寿命で寿命予測がしやすいと想定されているが、実際に長寿命化を実現するためには容量劣化メカニズムの解明とそれに基づく寿命予測が重要だ。マクセルが、全固体電池の容量劣化メカニズムを詳細に分析した結果、材料自体はほとんど劣化せず、電極間のSOC（State Of Charge）バランスずれが主な容量減少要因であることが判明した。

液系リチウムイオン電池と全固体電池の反応様式の差［クリックで拡大］ 出所：マクセル

　また、対称セルを用いた実験により、電極固有の副反応速度を定量化することに成功し、全固体電池における副反応電流が液系電池より1桁以上低いことを実証。つまり、全固体電池が本質的に寿命特性に優れるのは、電極での副反応電流が低いことに起因することが分かった。

　さらに、全固体電池では105℃でも液系電解液で観測されるクロストーク反応がみられず、副反応速度を見積もる場合に、材料固有の副反応電流のみを考慮するだけで良いことが判明した。これにより、従来の液系リチウムイオン電池と比較し、寿命予測が容易になる可能性を示した。

　今後は、副反応生成物などを明らかにし、寿命予測に基づいた安全性／信頼性に優れた全固体電池の設計を実現することが期待される。マクセルは、今回の技術を応用し、150℃耐熱の全固体電池開発を継続するとともに、今後電気自動車（EV）などの次世代モビリティ、再生可能エネルギーの蓄電システム、インフラ監視用IoT（モノのインターネット）センサー電源、産業機器の長期メンテナンスフリー電源、過酷環境で使用される特殊機器などの分野に向け開発を進めていく。

硫化物系全固体電池が長寿命なワケとは　メカニズムが明らかに：材料技術 - MONOist