Delta Electronics Inc. launched Taiwan’s first megawatt-scale hydrogen research and development laboratory, advancing the island’s push into clean energy technology. The facility, located at the company’s Tainan plant, will focus on testing hydrogen production through water electrolysis and fuel cell technologies.
The company expects to begin mass production of hydrogen energy solutions in Taiwan by late 2026, according to Charles Tsai, who leads Delta’s hydrogen energy business development. The lab will concentrate on solid oxide electrolyzer cell and solid oxide fuel cell technologies, aiming to improve efficiency in hydrogen adoption.
The facility includes stack testing modules, system validation equipment, and safety infrastructure needed for diverse testing scenarios. Delta is collaborating with local suppliers to develop key components and materials for hydrogen power generation and fuel cell stacks.
Delta’s fuel cell technology has already been implemented in microgrid pilot projects that integrate renewable energy and storage systems. The company claims its electrolysis technology, which produces hydrogen from steam using industrial heat recovery, could help steel manufacturers and traditional energy companies reduce their carbon footprint.
The inauguration drew government officials including Environment Minister Chi-Ming Peng, highlighting the project’s alignment with Taiwan’s energy transition goals. Delta Chairman Ping Cheng emphasized hydrogen energy’s role in achieving net-zero emissions targets.
