Design Studio Layer led by Benjamin Hubert works in collaboration with Croft to create the Croft system. It is a system of products dedicated to retrofitting vehicles to power up from green hydrogen. The Nanoplant and nanocartridges are the first two prototypes of the system, taking on a look that is similar to a large home battery. The Nanonplant uses water and electricity to create electrolysis.
Layer speaks about the Croft system, explaining that it is "dedicated to creating a blueprint for an enduring, scalable, green-hydrogen economy." Benjamin Hubert continues, stating that "Batteries are great to decarbonize smaller passenger vehicles that get used in gentle, predictable ways with access to good charging infrastructure [...] Hydrogen stores significantly more energy in less space and with less weight than batteries, and it's much easier to use hydrogen in environments with weak grids or where charging otherwise isn't available."
Hydrogen-Powered Vehicle Systems
Layer Designs the Croft System to Sustainably Power Vehicles
Trend Themes
1. Green Hydrogen Vehicles - The Croft system showcases the potential of retrofitting cars with green hydrogen technology, creating disruptive opportunities for the auto industry.
2. Hydrogen Electrolysis Systems - The Nanoplant prototype in the Croft system demonstrates disruptive innovation opportunities for creating cost-effective and efficient hydrogen electrolysis systems.
3. Hydrogen Infrastructure Development - The Croft system presents opportunities for developing hydrogen infrastructure, such as refueling stations and grids, for transportation and energy purposes.
Industry Implications
1. Auto Manufacturing - Auto manufacturers can explore integrating green hydrogen technology into their vehicles through retrofitting, creating a unique selling point for their brand.
2. Energy Generation and Storage - The development of hydrogen electrolysis systems and infrastructure for energy generation and storage presents opportunities for renewable energy companies.
3. Infrastructure Development - The emergence of green hydrogen presents disruptive innovation opportunities for infrastructure developers to create sustainable and efficient grids and refueling stations.