Kawasaki Launches First Gas Engine for 30% Hydrogen Co-Combustion
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. announced the commercialization of the Kawasaki Green Gas Engine, the first large-class gas engine capable of co-combustion with 30% hydrogen. This innovation, set to launch on September 30, 2025, marks a significant step towards cleaner energy and industrial hydrogen use, with enhanced energy efficiency and reduced NOx emissions.
Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Ltd. will commercialize the Kawasaki Green Gas Engine, a large-class gas engine capable of co-combustion with a mixture of natural gas and 30% hydrogen, starting September 30, 2025. This engine, tested at Kobe Works from October 2024 through rigorous assessments, offers improved energy efficiency and lower NOx emissions.
AI-curated by TheiaThe engine can adjust the hydrogen co-combustion ratio in real-time and includes safety features like hydrogen leak detectors. Additionally, it supports retrofitting existing machines for this co-combustion technology.
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