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Techcross Collaborates on K-Grid Development

 Ahead of the development of Korea’s next-generation power grid (K-Grid), comprehensive environmental company Techcross has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for industry-academia cooperation with the Korea Institute of Energy Technology (KENTECH) and JeaENG to develop water electrolysis system technology capable of responding to K-Grid and renewable energy grid fluctuations.

 The signing ceremony, held on June 26 at KENTECH, was attended by representatives from each participating organization. The three parties agreed to cooperate in the successful implementation of K-Grid while developing water electrolysis system technologies capable of flexibly responding to fluctuations in renewable energy output and power system conditions.

 K-Grid is a national next-generation power grid project designed to overcome the limitations of the existing power grid and secure more flexible grid operation technologies to support the expansion of renewable energy. Under this collaboration, KENTECH will lead the K-Grid project as part of a government initiative, Techcross will provide water electrolysis systems and core technologies, and JeaENG will contribute its integrated EPC and O&M capabilities for hydrogen infrastructure. Together, the three organizations aim to establish a new model for energy technology development through industry-academia collaboration.

 This project aims to establish an integrated technology ecosystem that links the power grid, water electrolysis, hydrogen storage, and hydrogen utilization into a single system, with a total R&D budget of KRW 50 billion to be invested over three years beginning in 2026. As the share of renewable energy continues to increase, hydrogen is gaining attention as a key energy source capable of flexibly connecting intermittent renewable energy with the power grid. Water electrolysis systems can convert surplus electricity into hydrogen while simultaneously serving as controllable load resources that help stabilize the power system. Since the hydrogen produced can be stored and later converted back into electricity using fuel cells when needed, water electrolysis is recognized as a core technology for mitigating the intermittency of renewable energy and enhancing grid stability. This is precisely why Techcross’s water electrolysis technology plays such a critical role in this project.

 Regarding the project, which is expected to become a milestone of Korea’s energy transition through K-Grid, Techcross stated: “Based on the electrolysis technology and engineering expertise we have accumulated over the years, we will do our utmost to contribute to the successful implementation of K-Grid and the advancement of the future green hydrogen industry.”