SunHydrogen to Deploy more than 30 m² Hydrogen Production Pilot System in Collaboration with UT Austin

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SunHydrogen (OTCQB: HYSR) has announced a significant milestone in its renewable hydrogen production technology through a strategic collaboration with The University of Texas at Austin's Center for Electromechanics (UT-CEM). The company will deploy its first large-scale multi-panel solar-to-hydrogen system at UT Austin's Hydrogen ProtoHub.

The pilot system will feature sixteen 1.92 m² photoelectrochemical (PEC) reactor units, totaling more than 30 m² of active area. Operating solely on sunlight and water, the system will be installed in a modular, scalable configuration at the purpose-built Hydrogen ProtoHub facility. The six-month demonstration project aims to validate technology performance under real-world conditions and generate crucial data for commercial development.

Positive

• First large-scale multi-panel solar-to-hydrogen system deployment
• Strategic collaboration with prestigious UT Austin research center
• System designed for real-world performance validation and data collection
• Modular and scalable configuration supporting commercial development
• Access to advanced infrastructure and technical expertise at Hydrogen ProtoHub

Negative

• Extended six-month testing period required before commercial validation
• Still at pilot/proof-of-concept stage, not yet commercially viable
• Technology remains unproven at larger scale

First large-scale multi-panel solar-to-hydrogen system to be installed at UT Austin’s Hydrogen ProtoHub, featuring sixteen photoelectrochemical hydrogen reactors totaling more than 30m² in active area.

Coralville, IA and Austin, TX, June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SunHydrogen, Inc. (OTCQB: HYSR), the developer of a breakthrough technology to produce renewable hydrogen using sunlight and water, today announced a major milestone in the advancement of its proprietary photoelectrochemical (PEC) hydrogen production technology. 

In a new strategic collaboration, SunHydrogen will partner with The University of Texas at Austin – Center for Electromechanics (UT-CEM) to install, commission, and operate a more than 30 m² proof-of-concept hydrogen production system at UT-CEM’s Hydrogen ProtoHub research facility.

In a recent release, SunHydrogen announced the execution of a contract with The Process Group (TPG Engineers) for the front-end engineering design of this pilot plant. The pilot plant will feature sixteen 1.92 m² photoelectrochemical (PEC) reactor units—each the same basic unit to be showcased at the Hydrogen Technology Expo in Houston—totaling more than 30 m² of active area.

The reactor units will be installed across multiple panels in a modular, scalable configuration, representing the company’s first large-scale, multi-panel hydrogen production system operating under real-world conditions. Designed to operate entirely on sunlight and water, the more than 30 m² array will enable comprehensive performance validation and data collection to support commercial system development.

“This collaboration represents a pivotal step in bringing SunHydrogen’s vision to life,” said SunHydrogen CEO Tim Young. “Deploying a pilot demonstration system at the Hydrogen ProtoHub allows us to validate our technology under real-world conditions and generate the necessary data needed for commercialization. We’re proud to work with Michael Lewis and his team at UT-CEM to accelerate the path to decentralized, renewable hydrogen production.”

Located on UT Austin’s J. J. Pickle Research Campus, the Hydrogen ProtoHub is a purpose-built facility designed to be a proving ground for hydrogen technologies. Operated by UT-CEM, the site offers advanced infrastructure, safety systems, and experienced technical personnel. SunHydrogen will work closely with UT-CEM on the system assembly, installation, commissioning and long-term data acquisition of the sixteen PEC reactor units. This collaboration also contributes to broader research, workforce training, and education in sustainable hydrogen technologies.

Michael Lewis, Director of the Center for Electromechanics at UT-Austin, stated, “We are excited to host SunHydrogen’s innovative technology at our Hydrogen ProtoHub. This project contributes to the advancement of photoelectrochemical hydrogen production and aligns with our mission to support the transition to a sustainable energy future through hands-on research, industry collaboration, and education.”

Dr. Syed Mubeen, the Chief Technology Officer of SunHydrogen, stated, “This pilot takes us from lab validation to system-level testing in real-world conditions. With >30 m² of active PEC area, we will generate critical performance data to guide commercial design. Working with UT-CEM ensures we execute this scale-up with precision, safety, and engineering rigor.”

Following commissioning, the system will operate for six months under UT-CEM oversight. The demonstration will generate valuable insights to support both technology development and broader hydrogen deployment strategies.

For more information on SunHydrogen’s technology and developments, visit: www.sunhydrogen.com

About SunHydrogen, Inc.

SunHydrogen is developing breakthrough technologies to produce renewable hydrogen in a market that Goldman Sachs estimates to be worth $1 trillion + per year by 2050. Our patented SunHydrogen Panel technology, currently in development, uses sunlight and any source of water to produce low-cost renewable hydrogen. Like solar panels that produce electricity, our SunHydrogen Panels will produce renewable hydrogen. Our vision is to become a major technology supplier in the new hydrogen economy. By developing, acquiring and partnering with other critical technologies, we intend to enable a future of emission-free hydrogen production for all industrial applications such as fertilizer and petroleum refining as well as fuel cell applications for mobility and data centers. To learn more about SunHydrogen, please visit our website at http://www.sunhydrogen.com

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About the Center for Electromechanics at UT Austin

The University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Electromechanics (UT-CEM) conducts applied research and development in advanced energy storage and power systems. UT-CEM leads innovative programs in hydrogen technologies, electric transportation, and renewable energy integration.

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FAQ

What is the size and scope of SunHydrogen's (HYSR) new pilot system at UT Austin?

The system consists of sixteen 1.92 m² photoelectrochemical reactor units, totaling more than 30 m² of active area, making it SunHydrogen's first large-scale multi-panel hydrogen production system.

How does SunHydrogen's (HYSR) hydrogen production technology work?

SunHydrogen's technology uses a photoelectrochemical (PEC) process that produces renewable hydrogen using only sunlight and water as inputs.

Where will HYSR's pilot hydrogen production system be installed?

The system will be installed at UT Austin's Hydrogen ProtoHub research facility, located on the J. J. Pickle Research Campus, which provides advanced infrastructure and safety systems.

How long will SunHydrogen's (HYSR) pilot system be tested at UT Austin?

The system will operate for six months under UT-CEM oversight to generate performance data and insights for commercial development.

What is the significance of HYSR's collaboration with UT Austin?

The collaboration allows SunHydrogen to validate its technology under real-world conditions and generate necessary data for commercialization while leveraging UT-CEM's advanced infrastructure and expertise.