HYDGEN (Hydrogen Innovation Pvt. Ltd.), a player in advanced Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) electrolyzer systems, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Pune based Malati Fine Chemicals (MFC). The partnership aims to explore and validate the deployment of small-scale electrolyzer systems for industrial applications. It will begin with a pilot in the sugar industry.
Turning Waste into Clean Energy
The strategic initiative aims to demonstrate the potential of on-site, decentralized green hydrogen production. Renewable energy generated from bagasse-based cogeneration in sugar mills will power this hydrogen. It will convert the green hydrogen into green methanol. This process uses carbon dioxide captured from distillery fermentation. Together, they offer a circular, sustainable approach to energy and chemical production.
“The partnership represents a critical step in bringing hydrogen innovation to industries that require scalable, site-specific solutions,” said Dr. M. Krishna Kumar, Chief Operating Officer of HYDGEN. “With MFC’s deep experience in chemical applications and industrial integration, we’re confident in our ability to validate and commercialize small-scale hydrogen systems in real-world conditions,” added Dr. Kumar.
Roles and Roadmap
Under the MoU, both companies will leverage their respective strengths to accelerate development:
- HYDGEN will provide its proprietary electrolyzer technology along with ongoing technical support for pilot deployments.
- MFC will create the operational and regulatory framework for testing, while offering infrastructure and integration expertise.
Together, they will pursue commercialization opportunities, seek public and private funding, and expand the technology to additional applications.
Driving Sustainable Industry Transformation
“MFC is excited to partner with HYDGEN to explore new energy pathways that align with both industrial performance and environmental responsibility,” noted Dr. Mohan Dongare of Malati Fine Chemicals. “We see strong potential for green hydrogen and green methanol in the sugar industry and beyond,” Dongare added.
A Scalable Model for Broader Impact
The collaboration marks a key milestone in HYDGEN’s mission to deliver autonomous, cost-effective green hydrogen solutions tailored for industrial environments across India and Southeast Asia. As reported by cbs4indy.com, the pilot program is expected to serve as a scalable model for similar applications in food processing, agro-chemicals, and distributed energy systems.
