BOC has introduced a hydrogen fuelcell
powered lighting package suitable
for locations that cannot connect to
grid electricity. The package uses
high-efficiency, low-wattage lamps
with an output equivalent to two
300W halogen lamps.

The Hymera emits no carbon
dioxide, oxides of nitrogen (NOx) or
particulates. In fact, it only produces
water vapour as hydrogen and oxygen
are combined in the process of
releasing electrical energy.

The traditional alternative is to use
batteries. However, their run-time is
limited, while a single cylinder of
hydrogen weighing just 10kg will
keep the lights running for nearly 24
hours. When the hydrogen runs
down, the lightweight cylinder can be
quickly and simply replaced.