Hydrogen gas was first produced artificially back in the 16th century, while the first fuel cells and electrolyzers were made in the 19th century. Until recently, however, the price of electrolyzers – which produce hydrogen by splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen with electricity – and fuel cells – which recombine them to produce electricity and heat – were too expensive.
The green hydrogen revolution has started, and it won’t be stopped
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