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The objective of the European Hydro-Gen project is to develop an innovative PEM Fuel Cell (PEMFC) energy system, based on high pressure gaseous hydrogen tanks. The developed system would result in a large increase in performance compared to the state of the art in terms of components, PEMFC stack and energy system, with an emphasis placed on cost reduction for on board applications in fuel cell electric vehicles. This is achieved by developing a low temperature (80°C) and low pressure (1.5 Bar abs) 30 kW PEMFC stack based on innovative core components, 700 bars H2 tanks with optimized weight and volume, and integrating the fuel cell drive train in a compact electric van Peugeot Partner Electric. The vehicle has a driving range of 300 km for a 350 bar fill-up, and overall performances comparable to those of the Partner Electric version. The efficiency of the FC stack alone is 56% at 1.5 bar abs. The energy consumption of the vehicle is around 1.2 MJ/km that is 1 kg of H2 per 100 km.

For many automotive components, Remanufacturing can be the optimum solution to Total Life Cycle Planning. The ultimate result of Remanufacturing is the rebirth of the original product -- thereby completing the product life cycle by providing a new beginning. Not only are the raw materials preserved, but the functionality as well, by manifesting once again the original intent and purpose of the product. Proactive, upfront planning in the design stages of the original product -- “Design for Remanufacturability” -- can significantly contribute to the overall efficiency and effectiveness of this transformation, thereby enhancing the product life cycle. While providing a solution for life cycle planning, Remanufacturing facilitates environmental conservation and reduces overall life cycle support costs.