Innovation and constant technological modernization have distinguished Ceresa ever since its foundation. In February 2003 Ceresa launched a medium-term research program on the applications of hydrogen systems (fuel cells) in building use. In collaboration with private companies, organizations and research institutes, the program will involve the study and testing of products and techniques expected to be on the market as soon as 2010.

PEM Cells (Polymer Electrolyte Membrane)
The most recent research developments are oriented towards the use of PEM cells, a system in which hydrogen is extracted from methane or methanol through electrolysis. In fact, the current high cost of extracting hydrogen from water, plus the expense of converting the entire distribution system, mean that alternatives to fossil fuels will remain prohibitively expensive for the near future.

However, although petroleum and methane derivatives are still the energy sources of choice, the new hydrogen plants promise a dramatic reduction in toxic emissions and environmental impact.

Sun, earth, wind, water
The introduction of new technologies will accelerate research into alternative energy sources. In fact only by using renewable energy sources – solar, geothermal, wind, water – will it become possible to sustain the high cost of extracting hydrogen from water.

Ceresa is thus preparing for what will become the energy revolution of the 21st century, involving not just new ways of producing energy, but a major transformation in all areas of the sector – engineering, production, distribution, management, and assistance. And this challenge may be the biggest ever faced by the company, the challenge of producing energy with "zero environmental impact".

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