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FuelCell Energy
FuelCell Energy is a global leader in manufacturing and deploying innovative fuel cell technology solutions that enable clean, reliable baseload power generation.
The company designs, manufactures, and services proprietary fuel cell platforms that transform fuels like natural gas and biogas into electricity through an electrochemical process, offering higher efficiency and lower emissions compared to conventional power generation.
Their SureSource™ power plants serve utilities, industrial facilities, universities, and other organizations worldwide with both grid-connected and microgrid applications, while also providing hydrogen production and carbon capture capabilities for various industrial processes.
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FuelCell Energy Frequently Asked Questions
FuelCell Energy is a global leader in manufacturing and deploying innovative fuel cell technology solutions that enable clean, reliable baseload power generation. We design, manufacture, and service proprietary fuel cell platforms that transform fuels like natural gas and biogas into electricity through an electrochemical process. Our services include power generation systems, combined heat and power solutions, microgrids, carbon capture, electrolysis, and distributed hydrogen production for utilities, industrial facilities, universities, and other organizations worldwide.
We offer two primary carbonate fuel cell systems: the 1500 Carbonate Fuel Cell System and the 3000 Carbonate Fuel Cell System. These SureSource™ power plants serve various applications including grid-connected and microgrid installations. Our systems are designed to provide higher efficiency and lower emissions compared to conventional power generation methods. All systems operate quietly and can run on natural gas, alternative fuels, biofuels, or hydrogen.
From our Danbury area headquarters, we serve a diverse range of industries including data centers, food and beverage manufacturing, hospitals, universities, utilities, and wastewater treatment facilities. We also provide solutions for hydrogen fueling stations and various manufacturing operations. Our fuel cell systems are deployed worldwide, powering industries, utilities, campuses, and communities with clean, reliable baseload power generation.
Our fuel cell systems transform fuels like natural gas and biogas into electricity through an electrochemical process, offering higher efficiency and lower emissions compared to conventional power generation. We specialize in molten carbonate fuel cell technology with over 50 years of innovation and expertise. Our systems provide steady, clean baseload power and offer combined heat and power (CHP) capabilities for added efficiency. The technology is scalable and can deliver reliable, on-site power generation.
Our fuel cell systems cut emissions significantly compared to traditional power sources and support our company's target to reduce carbon emissions to net-zero by 2050. We offer carbon capture capabilities that can capture carbon for use or storage while simultaneously producing power. Additionally, 93% of our plants can be reused or recycled at the end of their useful lives. Our systems operate as clean energy solutions that help organizations reduce their environmental footprint.
Yes, we offer multiple hydrogen production solutions including electrolysis and distributed hydrogen systems. Our solid oxide electrolysis is designed for high-efficiency hydrogen production. We also provide distributed hydrogen systems that can generate hydrogen, electricity, and water simultaneously. These solutions serve various industrial processes and hydrogen fueling applications, supporting the growing demand for clean hydrogen energy.
We provide comprehensive customer service and Energy Service Agreements to support our fuel cell installations. Our services include ongoing maintenance and support for our proprietary fuel cell platforms to ensure reliable operation. We also offer data and insights services to help customers optimize their energy systems. With 188 of our modules currently in operation around the world, we have extensive experience in supporting deployed systems.
Yes, our fuel cell systems are scalable and serve both large utilities and smaller facilities including universities, hospitals, and industrial operations. We provide solutions for grid-connected applications as well as microgrid systems for on-site power generation. Our systems can be rapidly deployed and scaled to meet varying demands, from small distributed installations to large utility-scale power generation. We offer fast-track power solutions that can adapt to different organizational needs.
FuelCell Energy has over 50 years of fuel cell technology innovation and expertise, making us a global leader in the industry. We have generated 17,270,323 megawatt hours (MWh) from our fuel cell plants as of August 2025. Currently, 188 of our modules are in operation around the world as of March 2025. We are an American clean technology and manufacturing company with extensive patents through FuelCell Energy, Inc., including our subsidiary Versa Power Systems, Inc.