About the Hydrogen House

Central Finland Mobility Foundation (Cefmof) is developing the Hydrogen House project in Jyväskylä, Finland, to bridge the gap between hydrogen technology and its practical use in everyday life and to accelerate the commercialization of hydrogen equipment, applications, and distribution through proof-of-concept testing. The Hydrogen House is a unique initiative in Finland, with no directly comparable environment currently in operation elsewhere in the country.  

Accelerating commercialization of hydrogen solution

The Hydrogen House provides a real-life testing platform where hydrogen-related technologies can be developed, validated, and demonstrated in an integrated setting, accelerating their transition from research and development into practical use. It enables the Foundation and its partners to carry out proof-of-concept validation in a realistic environment, supporting faster commercialization of hydrogen solutions. The project also places a strong emphasis on validating the safe use of hydrogen in everyday settings and increasing awareness of the role of hydrogen in future energy systems. 

Advancing seasonal energy storage with hydrogen 

Another key focus area is the development of a new approach to managing surplus renewable energy through hydrogen-based seasonal storage. The project integrates solar power, battery systems, and hydrogen technologies, including fuel cells and the utilization of waste heat, into a hybrid energy management system.  

This approach enables the storage of excess renewable energy and its later use in electricity generation, heating, and various end-use applications within the same environment. 

Equipment under demonstrations

Hydrogen oven and grill
A hydrogen oven that utilizes the water vapor generated when hydrogen reacts with oxygen to deliver superior cooking performance, achieving a crisp, golden-brown exterior while preserving moisture and juiciness inside.

Fuel Cell
When solar generation is limited, such as at night or during low-sun seasons, the system uses a Panasonic fuel cell with a maximum output of 10 kW to generate electricity from hydrogen produced using surplus solar energy. By reusing the fuel cell’s waste heat for whole-facility heating, the system maximizes overall energy efficiency and enables effective use of stored renewable energy.​

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