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Think Beyond Diesel.
The Hydrogen Fuel Cell
Generator is Here.

3MW in a single 40ft container. Silent. Zero-emission. Plug-and-play. The world's most powerful containerised PEM fuel cell system — engineered to permanently replace your diesel genset for data centres, industry, and critical infrastructure.

⚠️ Diesel up 47% in 5 years ⚠️ CPCB emission norms tightening ✅ Fuel cell OPEX lower from Day 1
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3MW
In 40ft Container
<65dB
Silent vs 90dB Diesel
Zero
CO₂ Emissions
70%
Lower Maintenance

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World's Most Powerful
PEM Fuel Cell — 500hp World Record
🌍
65+ Countries
Deployed & Operating Globally
📅
20+ Years Experience
Founded 2003 — Singapore HQ
🇮🇳
Made for India
Nagpur HQ · India-wide Service
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3MW per Container
World's Highest Power Density
The Problem

Your Diesel Genset is Costing You More Than You Think

Diesel has served India for decades — but the hidden costs, rising fuel prices, CPCB tightening norms, and ESG pressures are making it an increasingly unsustainable choice for mission-critical power.

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Diesel Prices Up 47% in 5 Years

HSD prices have risen from ₹66/L (2019) to ₹97/L+ today — and continue climbing. A 200 KVA genset running 1,350 hours/year now burns through ₹36–40 lakhs in fuel alone, every single year. With 8% annual inflation, you'll pay ₹80+ lakhs/year by 2033.

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101 Tonnes of CO₂ Every Year

A 200 KVA genset at 1,350 hrs/year emits approximately 101 tonnes of CO₂ annually — equivalent to 22 cars running year-round. With SEBI ESG reporting mandates, net-zero commitments and CPCB emission norms tightening, this liability grows every year.

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90dB Noise — Compliance Risk

Diesel gensets operate at 90–95 dB — well above safe workplace levels (85 dB limit). Noise barriers cost ₹3–5 lakhs. Municipal noise complaints and CPCB penalties are rising. Urban data centres especially face pressure from neighbours and regulators.

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Cumbersome, Costly Maintenance

Routine oil changes, filter replacements, fuel polishing, cooling system maintenance, injector servicing, and major overhauls every 5 years. A 200 KVA genset costs ₹4–6 lakhs/year in maintenance alone — even when it barely runs.

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Fuel Logistics & Reliability Risks

Extended outages mean waiting for diesel tankers. Fuel stored on-site degrades in 6–12 months. Contaminated or water-mixed diesel causes failures at the worst possible moment. Long outages expose the true fragility of diesel backup.

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ESG & Regulatory Headwinds

SEBI mandates ESG reporting for top 1000 companies. LEED and GRIHA certification penalise diesel use. Large enterprises face Scope 1 & 2 emission targets. Diesel backup power is increasingly an ESG liability that boards and investors scrutinise.

Horizon Containerised PEM Hydrogen Fuel Cell Power System — Data Center Backup
The Solution

India's First Containerised Plug-and-Play Hydrogen Fuel Cell Generator

The Horizon P-1000 PEM Fuel Cell System is a complete, containerised power solution — engineered specifically to replace diesel gensets in data centres, industrial facilities, hospitals, defense installations, and any mission-critical application.

Plug it in. Connect hydrogen. Generate clean power. No combustion. No emissions. No noise. Just 630 VDC → 3-phase AC electricity, with pure water as the only by-product.

3MW
Power in 40ft Container
1.5MWh
H₂ Storage per 40ft Container
<65dB
vs 90dB Diesel (Silent!)
0 kg
CO₂ Emissions (vs 101t/yr)
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Technology Comparison

PEM Fuel Cell vs Diesel Genset vs SOFC

An objective comparison of the three main backup power technologies for large facilities.

Parameter ⭐ PEM Fuel Cell
(Horizon — Our System)		 🔴 Diesel Genset
(Current Solution)		 SOFC
(Solid Oxide)
Power per 40ft Container 🏆 3 MW ~2 MW ~650 kW
Power Used in Standby ✅ No — Zero Standby Cost No ⚠️ Yes — Always On
Annual OPEX ✅ Low ❌ High (Rising) ❌ High
CAPEX Competitive Low Very High
Carbon Emissions ✅ Zero — Water Only ❌ CO₂, NOₓ, PM CO₂ (reduced)
Noise Level ✅ <65 dB (Silent) ❌ 90–95 dB ~70 dB
Water Output Produces water for cooling Consumes water for cooling Produces water for cooling
Power Output Type Direct HVDC 800V or 3-phase AC AC only Direct HVDC or AC
ESG / CPCB Compliance ✅ Fully Compliant ❌ Non-compliant (future) Partial
Maintenance ✅ 70% Less than Diesel ❌ High — Frequent High
Long Outage Capability ✅ Days–Weeks (scalable H₂) Limited by tank + logistics Moderate

Data sourced from Horizon internal comparisons and publicly available technical specifications. SOFC = Solid Oxide Fuel Cell.

Why Switch

5 Compelling Reasons to Replace Your Diesel Genset Today

1

🌿 Zero Carbon Emissions

No combustion — just an electrochemical reaction producing electricity and pure water. Use green hydrogen and the entire energy chain is zero-carbon. Avoid 101 tonnes of CO₂ per year (200 KVA equivalent) — supporting your net-zero targets and SEBI ESG mandates.

101t
CO₂ avoided per year
(200 KVA equivalent)
= 22 cars off the road permanently
2

🔧 70% Lower Maintenance Cost

No oil changes. No filters. No cooling system servicing. No injector cleaning. No annual overhaul. Fewer moving parts mean fewer failures. Fuel cells require minimal scheduled maintenance — just periodic stack checks and hydrogen system inspection.

₹30L+
Maintenance savings
over 10 years
vs 200 KVA diesel genset
3

🔇 Silent <65dB — No Noise Barrier Needed

At under 65 dB — quieter than a normal conversation — our fuel cell system operates silently. No expensive acoustic enclosures. No noise compliance headaches. Perfect for urban data centres, hospitals, tech parks, and defense installations where diesel noise is a real problem.

🔴 Diesel Genset90–95 dB
Hearing damage risk zone
🟢 Fuel Cell<65 dB
Library / Conversation level
4

⏱️ Superior Long-Outage Capability

Diesel tanks run out. Tanker delays happen. Extended grid outages expose the Achilles heel of diesel backup. Our modular hydrogen storage (1 ton per 40ft container = 1.5MWh) can be scaled to days or weeks of runtime — simply add more hydrogen storage containers. No fuel logistics nightmare.

Days+
Runtime capability
(with modular H₂ storage)
vs hours for fixed diesel tanks
5

🔋 Most Reliable — Instant Auto-Start

The most reliable backup power technology available. Unlike diesel gensets that fail to start in humid/extreme weather, or batteries that degrade and need replacement — PEM fuel cells start in under 30 seconds, every time, with no warm-up needed. HyAIOps automation provides 24×7 monitoring, predictive alerts, and zero-human-intervention operation.

<30s
Cold-start to full power
Auto-start on grid outage
Cost Analysis

10-Year TCO Case Study — 200 KVA | 1,350 Hours/Year

A detailed, real-world cost comparison for a typical 200 KVA backup power installation running an average of 1,350 hours/year (avg of 1,200–1,500 hrs). All figures in Indian Rupees. Assumptions stated below.

Assumptions: 200 KVA (160 kW rated, 112 kW avg at 70% load) · 1,350 hrs/year runtime · Diesel: 28 L/hr at 70% load · Diesel price: ₹97/L (2025) with 8% annual inflation · Fuel cell H₂ consumption: ~9,000 kg/year · H₂ price: ₹380/kg (stable/declining) · Maintenance: Diesel ₹4.5L/yr + ₹10L overhaul (Yr5) | Fuel Cell ₹1.5L/yr · CAPEX: Diesel ₹20L | Fuel Cell ₹80L · Carbon credit: ₹1,000/tonne CO₂

🔴 Diesel Genset — 200 KVA

Current Solution

Cost Item Amount
CAPEX (200 KVA Genset) ₹20 lakhs
Diesel Fuel — 10 yrs
37,800L/yr rising 8% annually		 ₹532 lakhs
Maintenance — 10 yrs
₹4.5L/yr AMC + parts		 ₹45 lakhs
Major Overhaul (Year 5) ₹10 lakhs
CPCB Compliance + Noise Barrier ₹7 lakhs
Carbon Penalty / ESG Liability
1,010 tonnes CO₂ × ₹200/t avg		 ₹2 lakhs
TOTAL 10-YEAR TCO ₹616 Lakhs

⚠️ Annual fuel cost reaches ₹80+ lakhs by Year 10 at 8% diesel inflation. Does not include diesel theft, quality issues, or regulatory fines.

✅ Hydrogen Fuel Cell — 200 kW

Horizon P-Series PEM System

Cost Item Amount
CAPEX (200 kW FC System) ₹80 lakhs
H₂ Fuel — 10 yrs
9,000 kg/yr @ ₹380/kg (stable)		 ₹342 lakhs
Maintenance — 10 yrs
₹1.5L/yr — 70% less than diesel		 ₹15 lakhs
Major Overhaul ₹0
CPCB / Noise Compliance ₹0 — Fully Compliant
Carbon Credits (optional)
1,010 tonnes CO₂ × ₹1,000/t		 – ₹10 lakhs
TOTAL 10-YEAR TCO ₹427 Lakhs

✅ As green H₂ prices fall to ₹250/kg by 2030 (MNRE target), savings increase further. Lower OPEX from Day 1 — growing advantage every year.

💰 Total 10-Year Saving: ₹189 Lakhs — Fuel Cell Wins

₹189L
Total TCO Saving
over 10 years
31%
Lower TCO vs
Diesel Genset
1,010t
CO₂ Avoided
over 10 years
Yr 1
OPEX savings start
from Day 1

* Based on stated assumptions. Actual savings vary by usage, H₂ pricing, and location. Contact us for a customised TCO analysis for your specific installation.

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How It Works

From Hydrogen to Power — 5 Simple Steps

Plug-and-play simplicity. Complex engineering hidden inside a clean, white container.

H₂ Generation
Step 1

H₂ Generation

Produce hydrogen on-site via electrolyser (solar/wind), or source industrial H₂ — on-site or off-site.

H₂ Storage
Step 2

H₂ Storage

Hydrogen stored safely in high-pressure cylinders (200–350 bar) — on-site or in dedicated storage containers.

Connect to Fuel Cell
Step 3

Connect to Fuel Cell

Hydrogen cylinders connected to PEM fuel cell system. Auto-start on grid outage signal. No manual intervention.

DC Power Generated
Step 4

DC Power Generated

Fuel cell generates 630 VDC power electrochemically. Converted to 3-phase AC via DC-AC inverter with isolation transformer.

Power to Your Loads
Step 5

Power to Your Loads

3-phase AC power (415V / 50Hz) fed to LT panel — supplying all critical loads: servers, UPS, HVAC, lighting.

System Flow

☀️ Solar / Wind → ⚡ Electrolyser
225–430 kW → 💨 H₂ Gas → 🗜️ Compressor
200–350 bar → ⚡ PEM Fuel Cell
630 VDC | 6×30–40W modules → 🔄 Inverter
DC → AC → 🏢 Load
415V / 50Hz / MW
🔋 BESS (LFP/LTO) — Peak Handling 🤖 HyAIOps — 24×7 Auto-Control
For Data Centers

Deployment Models for Tier III & Tier IV Data Centers

Four proven deployment configurations — from simple diesel replacement to future-ready green data centre architecture.

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Model 1 — Backup Power (Direct Diesel Replacement)

Fuel cells start automatically during grid outage, supplying power to UPS and IT loads. Identical function to your existing diesel genset — but silent, emission-free, and with unlimited runtime through scalable H₂ storage.

Most Common Deployment
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Model 2 — Hybrid UPS + Fuel Cell

Batteries handle the critical milliseconds (UPS flywheel bridge). Fuel cells then provide sustained, long-duration backup power. Best of both technologies — instant response plus unlimited runtime.

Recommended for Critical Tier III/IV
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Model 3 — Long-Duration Backup

Ideal for regions with unreliable grid — extended outages where diesel refuelling is impractical. Modular hydrogen storage containers provide days or weeks of runtime. No fuel logistics, no delivery waiting.

Best for Remote / Grid-Challenged Sites
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Model 4 — Prime + Backup (Future-Ready Green DC)

Fuel cells operate as both primary and backup power in a fully green data centre. Coupled with on-site electrolyser and renewable energy — a completely self-fuelling, zero-emission, perpetual power island.

⭐ Future-Proof Green Data Centre

Also Ideal for These Applications

🏥 Hospitals 🏭 Industrial Plants ⚓ Marine & Ports 🛡️ Defense & Border 📡 Telecom Towers 🚆 Railways 🏗️ Construction Sites 🌾 Remote Locations 💊 Pharma / Cold Chain 🔬 Research Labs
Technical Specs

P-Series Containerised PEM Fuel Cell — Key Specifications

⚡ Power Specifications
Power Range100kW – 3MW per container (scalable)
Container Standard20ft / 40ft ISO Standard
DC Bus Voltage630 VDC (nominal)
AC Output3-Phase, 415V, 50Hz
Power Factor>0.95
Total Harmonic Distortion<3%
Start from Standby<30 seconds to full load
Load Following10%–110% dynamic range
🔧 System Specifications
FuelHydrogen (H₂) — 99.9%+ purity
H₂ Storage1,000 kg per 40ft container (1.5MWh)
Storage Pressure200–350 bar
Electrical EfficiencyUp to 60%
Operating Temperature-20°C to +50°C
Noise Level<65 dB at 1m
EmissionsZero — Water vapour only
Control SystemHyAIOps — Remote monitoring 24×7
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Why Horizon

Why Horizon Fuel Cell India is Your Best Partner

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World-Record Technology

Holder of the world record for the most powerful PEM fuel cell stack — 500hp (373kW) single stack. The highest power density commercially available.

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Turnkey — Plug & Play

Complete solution from H₂ generation to AC power output. We design, supply, install, commission, and maintain. One supplier. Zero gaps.

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HyAIOps — Smart Control

AI-powered 24×7 autonomous operation. Remote monitoring, predictive maintenance alerts, safety interlocks — no on-site operator needed.

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Modular & Scalable

Stack 100kW modules to any power level. Add more containers as you grow. No bespoke engineering — standard containers, standard interfaces.

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India-Wide Service Network

Nagpur-based HQ with service coverage across India. Dedicated engineers for post-commissioning support, AMC, and emergency response.

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20+ Years & 65+ Countries

Founded 2003. World's largest PEM fuel cell producer by volume. Commercially proven technology across 65+ countries on every continent.

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Full Hydrogen Ecosystem

We supply both the fuel cell AND the electrolyser. Single partner for the complete green hydrogen energy chain — from production to power.

⚡

Immediate OPEX Savings

Lower operating costs from Day 1. Annual OPEX advantage grows every year as diesel prices rise. TCO parity within the project lifecycle.

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  • ✓Complete system specifications & architecture
  • ✓Diesel vs Fuel Cell cost comparison
  • ✓Deployment models for data centres
  • ✓Why Horizon over competitors
  • ✓Contact details for immediate next steps
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🔧 Technical architecture
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FAQ

Common Questions About Hydrogen Fuel Cell Backup Power

Is hydrogen safe to store and use on-site?+
Yes. Hydrogen has been used safely in industrial settings for over 100 years. Our systems use internationally certified high-pressure cylinders (200–350 bar) with multiple redundant safety systems, leak detection, and automatic shutoff. Hydrogen disperses rapidly upward (unlike diesel which pools), making it inherently safer in an outdoor installation. All systems are designed to IEC, ATEX, and IS standards applicable in India.
Where do we get hydrogen supply in India?+
Hydrogen is currently available from industrial gas suppliers across India (Air Products, Linde, INOX Air, Bhuruka, etc.) as compressed gas cylinders or tube trailers. For larger installations, we can design an on-site electrolyser that produces hydrogen from water using your existing solar/wind power — eliminating the supply chain entirely. We will advise on the best H₂ supply strategy for your location.
How does the system compare to BESS (Battery Energy Storage)?+
BESS (batteries) are excellent for short-duration backup (15 minutes to 4 hours). For extended outages — hours to days — hydrogen fuel cells are far more economical because you simply add more hydrogen storage rather than exponentially more battery capacity. The two technologies are complementary: batteries for instant millisecond response, fuel cells for sustained long-duration power. We design hybrid systems combining both.
What is the installation and commissioning timeline?+
A standard containerised system can be commissioned in 8–12 weeks from order confirmation (depending on site readiness and H₂ supply arrangement). Site civil work is minimal — a concrete pad and utility connections. Our team handles all technical integration, commissioning, and operator training. Turnkey delivery is available.
What happens if the fuel cell needs servicing — will we lose backup power?+
No. Our modular architecture means individual stack modules can be taken offline for maintenance while others continue operating. For critical installations, we recommend N+1 redundancy. HyAIOps continuously monitors stack health and flags maintenance needs weeks in advance — so planned servicing never coincides with grid outage risk. Our India-wide service network guarantees response times.
How much does a hydrogen fuel cell backup system cost compared to a diesel genset?+
The upfront capital cost of a hydrogen fuel cell system is higher than a diesel genset — typically 3–5x. However, the 10-year Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) is 20–35% lower due to dramatically lower fuel costs (especially as H₂ prices fall), 70% lower maintenance costs, zero compliance costs, and no diesel price inflation risk. Contact us for a custom TCO analysis for your specific configuration.

Stop Paying the Diesel Penalty.
Make the Switch Today.

Every month you run diesel, you're paying the price — in fuel, maintenance, compliance, and carbon. Our engineers are ready to show you exactly how much you'll save.

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