ClearEdge5 - Hydrogen Fuel Cell System

Efficiency

The ClearEdge5 generates a combined 94,800 kWh of energy per year: 43,800 kWh of electricity and 51,000 kWh (equivalent to 175 MM BTUs per year of heat) of usable thermal energy. All of this, while reducing carbon emissions by 41%.

Designed as a highly efficient power solution, the ClearEdge5 offers up to 90% efficiency and requires less fuel to generate an equivalent amount of energy as that from a traditional power plant. This kind of reduction in fuel usage exceeds the reductions required by some of the most stringent emissions legislation U.S., like the California’s Global Warming Solutions Act (AB32). These policies call for, and ClearEdge Power delivers an excellent climate change mitigation strategy for any business that requires a change to meet political, public or their internal efficiency objectives.

Reliability

Unlike the intermittent nature of solar panels, the ClearEdge5 operates steadily, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Because it operates around the clock and is not affected by weather or time or day, the ClearEdge5 is 11 times more productive than renewable energy sources like solar. To ensure your peace of mind, the system is remotely monitored for functionality and can be serviced remotely or onsite, ensuring your business has reliable power when you need it most.

Scalability

Buying for today should never mean limiting tomorrow. The ClearEdge5 system is built for utility efficiency, as well as longevity and flexibility in scope. A company can begin with as little as one unit to provide heat and power to their hotel, health club, spa or restaurant. As your energy need grows, so can your onsite energy source. ClearEdge Power can help design the system size that is right for your business now, while taking into account potential growth in the future.

Customize

Bringing new solutions to energy problems is the power that drives us. Our core team of engineers and power planning architects can come together to help develop a custom system that incorporates renewable energy systems like solar panels and wind turbines, delivering power and heat to the elements of your business that drive it forward. We can serve a variety of load configurations and provide a heating element, in the form of hot water that can service a multitude of building and business needs.

It’s our mission to deliver power solutions, sized and scoped for your business so that you can focus on what matters, always knowing that the energy you need is close by.

Service

These three critical components comprise the foundation for all ClearEdge Power Service agreements. Our programs offer monitoring systems, and both online and offline assessment and action. In our real-time online service, we provide programs that may include:

• Regular, continuous monitoring
• Collection and analysis of all signals and alerts
• Trending data that we analyze for power efficiencies and maximize availability
• Downloadable software upgrades

As needed, our onsite Field Service team can provide:

• Basic, preventative schedule maintenance
• Proactive maintenance based on analysis and assessment
• Team-led efficiency projects to maximize power use with facility engineers

Specs

To learn more, please see our Frequently Asked Questions.

Equipment Product Specifications

• Dimensions: W: 36.02” D: 26.32” H: 67.75” (W: 0.92m D: 0.67m H 1.76m)
• Weight: ~1,400 lbs (~600 kg)
• Noise: 60 dba @ 3 feet (1 meter)
• Seismic Design Category: "E"
• Site Class: "D"
• Certifications and Registrations: CSA/FC1-2004/NFPA 853 and Korea Gas Safety
• Location: Indoor or Outdoor

System Summary

• Energy System: Fuel Cell microCHP
• Rated Power: 5,000 watts (120/240V AC/grid compatible)
• Heat Output: 20,000 BTU/hour
• Customer Hydronics Temperature: Up to 150°F (65°C) (10°C to 20°C rise for typical water flow)
• Fuel: Natural gas
• Feed Stock: ½ therm per hour (12 therms per day)

Project Site Infrastructure Requirements

• 120/240VAC/60Hz 40 amp for start-up of the unit
• Refer to system drawings for 208VAC requirements
• Disconnects per local code
• CAT 5 network connection (high-speed Internet) for remote monitoring service
• Natural gas line (minimum ¾” at 7-14” wc input at 50k BTUs per hour)
• 1,000cfm ventilation (for indoor installations)
• All ClearEdge5 vents must be kept clear at all times
• All hydronic lines minimum ¾” insulated to R-5
• Hydronic lines maximum 25’ (75 kPa) head pressure
• 2 GPM (7.5 liters/min) minimum water flow for hydronics
• Backflow device regulator set at a minimum pressure of 15 psi and minimum flow 2 GPM
• Space accommodations for 28” diameter hot water storage tank (if required)
• All external water lines installed with adequate freeze protection if possibility of exposure to cold weather exists.

Equipment Site Requirements

• Minimum clearance to the left and in front of unit cabinet: 36”
• Minimum clearance to the right of unit cabinet: 12”
• Minimum clearance to the back of unit cabinet: 4”
• 10ft clearance to windows, doors, air intakes or openings
• 8ft clearance to gas meter
• 3ft clearance from flue outlet to spark emitting devices
• Concrete slab to support 1,400lbs (600 kg) per local code
• Free and clear work area per local code

LEED

LEED Rating Systems

As proud members of the US Green Building Council, ClearEdge Power fully supports the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating systems and strongly believes in the use of fuel cells in both residential and non‐residential projects to enhance the performance of a building’s energy efficiency.
The use of fuel cells can be submitted as part of a Credit Interpretation Request (CIR). Through this request, a specific building program is submitted for approvals to the USGBC for rating points already found within the rating system.

In addition, fuel cells can also be part of an Innovation & Design Process Request (IDR). Though similar to a CIR, the IDR request is for a different unique attribute not yet found within the existing rating system. As expected, these submissions are project specific.

So whether the project is in the planning stages and no walls exist, or if the focus is a retro-upgrade for an existing non‐residential buildings focused on certification under LEED for Existing Building Operation & Maintenance (LEED‐EBOM) fuel cells can be an active part of the solution. Please contact us early in the process so that we can work with you and your team to best assess your needs and assist in the application process. If you'd like to download our whitepaper on fuel cells can help your project get LEED certified, click here.