Electrolyser Voluntary Certification Scheme
The rapid growth of the global electrolyser manufacturing market combined with the development of several technologies across different geographies has led to inconsistent standards, testing protocols, and performance metrics. To address this, the Bureau Veritas Electrolyser Voluntary Certification Scheme provides assurance of compliance to ISO 22734 standard and goes beyond with extended assurance on performance, reliability, material compatibility and overall quality.
The Bureau Veritas certification program aims to "establish a high level of trust among stakeholders" by ensuring electrolysers meet safety, performance, and reliability requirements essential for secure and optimal system operation. Key objectives include:
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1. Safety
Validating compliance with safety standards (compliance to ISO 22734) to “ensure the safety of hydrogen production”.
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2. Performance
Providing “performance guarantees” through rigorous testing of efficiency, flexibility, and energy consumption.
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3. Reliability
Assessing "the durability of equipment" by evaluating reliability, availability, and maintainability.
The certification scheme covers the entire electrolyser system, including comprehensive product design review, type testing, and annual manufacturing surveillance.
BV voluntary scheme provides verification of the manufacturer’s datasheet.
Added value of the Bureau Veritas certification goes beyond ISO 22734 standard. It:
- "Bridges important gaps in standardization" to address inconsistencies across regions.
- Provides "validation of operational parameters" to guarantee datasheet values.
- Assesses "reliability" through detailed evaluation.
- Ensures "robust technical documentation" to support project integration.
This comprehensive approach delivers the trust and transparency needed to foster investment and growth in the hydrogen economy.