Explain how all of this works?

It all begins with a gas line being run between the meter and the load that we are powering. Next, we set our Solid Oxide Fuel Cell (SOFC) in sizes from 1kW to 400kW. The Nat-Gas is the negative/anode side; and air is the positive/cathode side. We energize the SOFC and heat the Nat-Gas to +700 degrees; and 48v DC power begins to flow out to a conventional solar inverter rated for 240v-SP, 208v-3P and/or 480v-3P AC. Depending on the parameters, multiple inverters can power different panels all at the same time. Preferably, we would have a small solar array to provide the startup-power for the SOFC, instead of the utility.

How does 100% clean energy improve our image?

Light rail operations are expensive and use vast amounts of electricity to power the trains, stations, traction control elements, and maintenance centers. Replacing diesel trains and busses with EV’s, won’t hide the fact that you’ve merely shifted from one fossil fuel to another. There’s a stark difference between Nat-Gas combustion power plants running at 30% efficiency vs our 60% efficient non-combustion fuel cells, which use half as much Nat-Gas, produce twice as much energy, and cut emissions by over 50%.

How do the Sunrails’ panels survive with trains going over them constantly?

SunRails’ TOPCon N-Type panels have 2 layers of top-glass for increased strength; a 30-yr power production and hailstone warranty; and a 150mph wind rating. But we also Carport parking-lot-solar, wayside ground mounts, and have flexable panels for curved metal roofs.

 

SunRails’ solar panels are also manufactured with an anti-reflective coating that increases photon capture at extreme angles; which increases performance when shaded by clouds, trees or trains. And, according to PVWatts Calculator-NREL (National Renewable Energy Labs at Berkley, CA) there’s only 7% difference, in winter solar output, between panels with a 10° tilt vs 0° tilt, which is the same across the country from California to Florida.

What’s the difference between Blue and Green Hydrogen?

Hydrogen is color coded based on how it is created. Generally, we have two fuel cell systems running concurrently. Unit #1 is the SOFC that produces Blue Hydrogen, because it makes electricity from natural gas. Under normal operating pressure and temp, CH4 splits H2 and C (carbon) apart. When an oxygen molecule latchs on, we now have CO2 in the exhaust. Even though its measured in parts per million and captured in flue gas, it’s still Blue Hydrogen.

Unit #2 is a Green Hydrogen plant that uses power from Unit #1. Water is the feed stock and when the hydrogen and oxygen molecules seperate, we reform 100% Green Hydrogen that’s used on site at creation or stored for later use, leaving only oxygen and water in the exhaust. The two units together energize the mainline sub-stations, which is the majority of energy needed to power light rail.

Can these systems be retrofitted into an existing transit system?

Our clean energy products are designed to be seamlessly integrated into any existing system. By utilizing the train’s tracks, way-side areas and carports, no infrastructure changes are needed; and additional land isn’t needed to be purchased, cleared, or wasted.