Clean Technology

Low-Carbon Ocean Mobility

HD Hyundai will lead the safest and most efficient maritime transport using low-carbon fuels such as hydrogen and ammonia.

Hydrogen

The next-generation hydrogen ship is an efficient carrier that transports hydrogen energy in the form of liquefied hydrogen and captures the boil-off-gas of hydrogen to use it as a propulsion fuel for the ship. Starting with the liquefied hydrogen cargo hold technology and hybrid dual-fuel engines, we are leading the transition to carbon-free fuels in ocean mobility.

Ammonia

The ammonia propulsion ship is expected to be a solution to ‘zero carbon emissions’ by replacing oil fuel with ammonia. Our shipbuilding business has obtained AIP for ammonia fuel supply system, ammonia dual fuel propulsion system, ammonia bunkering ship and other related technologies. We are also leading the innovation by developing ammonia slip reduction systems and ammonia engines.

OceanWise

OceanWise aims to become an innovative platform that provides optimized solutions for various types of users in the shipping logistics by integrating maritime data with AI technology.

OceanWise provides advanced services to a wide range of customers as well as the users of HD HYUNDAI’s digital solution for ships. Our solution predicts the greenhouse gas emissions and offers the optimal way to minimize them, utilizing an AI-based algorithm that does not require a physical device. We will lead the digitalization in the maritime industry with our profound experience in ship technology, ample data from fleets and ports, and state-of-the-art data analysis with AI technology.

Autonomous Navigation

The AI-based autonomous navigation system can reduce fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions by controlling ships to operate at optimal routes and speeds. Our specialized autonomous navigation company, Avikus is expected to realize safe and autonomous ship operation, using HiNAS technology for large commercial ships, and Neuboat solution for leisure boats.

Low-Carbon Transition Technology

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Material Development

Green hydrogen produced from water electrolysis requires a highly efficient and durable electrolyte membrane to ensure sufficient production, economic efficiency, and system safety. Thus developing electrolyte membranes with excellent materials plays a key role in green hydrogen production. Our continuous research on material development and next-generation product can contribute to the expansion of the green hydrogen value chain and give guidance to global carbon neutrality goals.

Chemical Recycling

Chemical recycling is one of the core technologies for carbon neutrality. We specifically focus on recycling plastic waste with pyrolysis technology and refining after-use engine oil (lubricating oil) to renew it as a product. The potential of these recycling technologies is expected to promote the transition to a carbon-neutral industrial structure.

Biofuels

Biofuel is a promising research area that can grow into a next-generation fuel with high energy density. Our research focuses on co-processing, which can produce eco-friendly biofuel by mixing bio-based materials with fossil resources, using the existing oil refining facilities. In particular, we are developing eco-friendly bio marine fuel to support carbon emissions reduction in shipping. We are taking technical preparation for the new market of bio marine fuel, such as checking the compatibility between bio fuel and very low-sulfur fuel oil (VLSFO) and developing the optimal fuel recipe.

Future Energy Infrastructure

Eco-Friendly Power Equipment

Electricity is an essential power force in modern society, and its environmental impact is intrinsically linked to the energy infrastructure. HD Hyundai Electric aims to develop eco-friendly power equipment by raising the energy efficiency of shaft generators and DC distributors. We also develop eco-friendly insulation media that has a low global warming potential compared to SF₆ gas, applying it to high-voltage circuit breakers, switchboards, and other types of power equipment.

Pollution-Free Solar Energy

Solar energy is recognized as an environmentally friendly and renewable energy source for the future. HD Hyundai Energy Solutions, with its promising R&D potentials, was selected as the lead organization for the solar technology development project by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy. We are developing high-efficiency solar cells and modules using heterojunction (HJT) technology, which is considered as the most efficient commercial technology at present. We also provide customized solutions utilizing social infrastructure, such as highly durable floating solar power solutions with shipbuilding and offshore technologies, and building-applied photovoltaics or solar soundproof walls and tunnels.

EV Charging Infrastructure

Cars, an essential mobility of our lives, are in the process of transitioning from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles (EV). Following the trend, HD Hyundai Oilbank is to install EV charging stations in the metropolitan area and expand the integrated form of gas stations combined with EV charging infrastructure. In addition, HD Hyundai Electric is supplying fast chargers for the EV infrastructure and plans to develop ultra-fast EV chargers as well as special purpose chargers for ships and industrial vehicles. Building synergies within the Group, we will continue to discover and utilize the wide potentials of electrical energy.

Hydrogen-Powered Construction Equipment

Our construction equipment business is renewing its business portfolio to pursue sustainable development in construction, industry, and logistics sites. Hydrogen, one of the most promising clean energy source, can be applied to our products as fuel cell-based hydrogen excavator, fuel cell-based hydrogen forklifts, and hydrogen combustion engine. We are making consistent efforts to realize a sustainable industrial site with zero carbon emissions and few air pollutants.

* Based on EY Long-term Value Framework, 10 years of use

Efforts for Electrification

Our construction equipment business is developing and commercializing electrification technology to respond to the climate crisis and lead the next-generation construction equipment market. Since 88% of the GHG emission in the business comes from the product use stage, it is essential to develop innovative products with less GHG emissions when in use. Accordingly, we plan to renew our construction equipment portfolio and expand it to electrified products up to 79% by 2040, including battery-powered vehicles.

1. Electric Excavator

An electric excavator uses electric power pack, which does not use fossil fuels. On top of this advantage, electric excavator does not produce exhaust fumes, which has been the cause of global warming and air pollution. Its quiet feature and low vibration can minimize negative impacts on construction sites. The impact value of a 3.5-ton electric excavator is approximately 27.46 million won, considering its impact on the economy, society, and environment.
* Based on PwC TIMM methodology, 5 years of use. Calculated by the value gap between the electric model and diesel model.

2. Electric Forklift

An electric forklift uses batteries as a power source instead of internal combustion engines. Since it obtains power from batteries, it does not emit carbon or air pollutants such as Nox and PM during use. Additionally, the electric motor produces less noise and vibration, and its energy conversion process is efficient compared to the existing combustion engines, saving more energy.

3. E-Powerpack

Our in-house product E-Powerpack can be installed on various types of machinery such as construction equipment, industrial equipment, generators, ships, and energy storage devices, contributing to less carbon emission. It has safety design to ensure durability even in extreme environment, and multiple safety devices are included to prevent risks as overcharging, overdischarging, overcurrent, and overheating.

Impact Reduction Technology

Innovation on Construction Sites

Our construction equipment business is developing carbon monitoring and unmanned or automated technologies to minimize the negative impacts in construction sites such as carbon emissions and air pollution. To effectively monitor the Scope 3 emission (especially in the product use stage), our remote management system “Hi MATE” calculates carbon emissions using fuel efficiency data with real-time updates.

“Concept-X”, another innovative solution for future construction sites, utilizes ICT and AI technologies such as automated field measurement using drones, unmanned equipment, and remote control based on 5G communication. Concept-X will raise productivity at construction sites with improved speed and accuracy, leading to fuel savings and less environmental pollution.

Robotics Energy Saving and Digital Solution

Using robots not only improve productivity, but also save energy, time, and resources through optimized programming. HD Hyundai Robotics conducts research in various fields to contribute to a sustainable future with industrial robot production. In order to save energy and resources, we are making constant improvements to minimize the impact of our products, such as reducing the size, weight, and power loss compared to the previous models.

In addition, HD Hyundai Robotics seeks to reduce the environmental impact with digital solutions that can optimize robot automation technology. Our real-time monitoring system, “H-RMS,” maintains the production process in the optimal state through artificial intelligence algorithm analysis. “HR Space” software also minimizes cost and energy in robot automation by simulating robots in a virtual space.