Environment, health and safety aspects of fuel cells
When fuelled by pure hydrogen, heat and pure water vapour are the only by-products from the fuel cell's electrochemical reaction. Burned in an engine, hydrogen produces effectively zero emissions resulting in no pollution or greenhouse gases to provide a clean energy future.
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Comparison of fuel cell and combustion engine
An animated comparison between a fuel cell and an internal combustion engine from MSNBC news. Requires Macromedia Flash to view.
Hydrogen Safety Report
The Hydrogen Safety Report from The National Hydrogen Association, expanded to include information Fuel Cell Safety, Codes and Standards
Guidance on fuel cells
Standards and guidance on fuel cells from the US Fuel Cells Council
Environmental benefits of fuel cell technology
The environmental advantages of fuel cell technology listed by the Fuel Cell Energy company
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