Economic Industrial Decarbonization Collaborations
Utility Global and Kyocera Join Forces
Kalin Ned — January 5, 2026
Utility Global and Kyocera have formed a strategic manufacturing alliance to scale industrial decarbonization. The entities aim to mass-produce specialized electrochemical cells, which are the core component of Utility's H2Gen systems. This collaboration merges Utility's patented ceramic-metal cell technology with Kyocera's established expertise in advanced materials engineering and its global production network.
The H2Gen technology is designed to help heavy industries like steel, refining, and petrochemicals reduce their carbon emissions without compromising their economic viability. As such, the innovation presents a strong approach to industrial decarbonization. Its key innovation is a solid oxide reactor that uses the chemical energy in industrial waste gases, such as blast furnace off-gas, to split water and produce high-purity hydrogen without requiring an external electrical input.
Utility Global and Kyocera will aim to significantly scale up manufacturing capacity to meet rising demand for industrial decarbonization. The initial production lines are slated to begin operation in Hendersonville, North Carolina, by 2026, and there are plans for subsequent global expansion.
