'Viable pathway to $1/kg' | Plug Power-backed research validates PEM electrolyser catalyst that reduces iridium use by 90%

Dutch firm also claims its nanoporous catalyst will enable the use of higher voltages, and therefore produce more hydrogen per kWh of electricity

VSParticle's iridium catalyst layer for PEM electrolysers
VSParticle's iridium catalyst layer for PEM electrolysersPhoto: VSParticle
Published 15 October 2025, 06:49Updated 15 October 2025, 06:49
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