Powerhouse Energy and Hydrogen Utopia to Roll Out Waste-to-Hydrogen Technology
UK-based Powerhouse Energy Group and Hydrogen Utopia International have signed a binding collaboration agreement to accelerate the international deployment of waste-to-hydrogen technology beyond the United Kingdom.
The deal enables Hydrogen Utopia’s subsidiary, HU2021 International UK Limited, to market and develop Powerhouse’s DMG® (Distributed Modular Generation) technology across several territories. The agreement grants exclusive development rights in Poland, Greece and Hungary, with scope for expansion into additional markets on a non-exclusive basis.
The DMG® system converts non-recyclable plastic waste into hydrogen, electricity and heat, offering a dual solution to waste management and clean energy generation. The companies aim to deploy modular plants capable of producing hydrogen locally while reducing reliance on landfill and fossil fuels.
A flagship project is planned in Konin, where up to ten DMG® units are expected to be installed. The first facility is designed to process 40 tonnes of plastic waste per day, generating approximately 58 MWh of electricity and up to three tonnes of hydrogen daily. The hydrogen will be used to fuel public transport, including buses and other heavy-duty vehicles, while surplus heat will support the city’s district heating network.
The Konin project is also expected to create between 200 and 300 jobs, contributing to local economic regeneration and positioning the city as a model for circular economy initiatives in Europe.
Aleksandra Binkowska said the agreement marks a significant step in scaling the company’s ambitions.
“Our mission remains to accelerate the development of a circular and net-zero carbon economy in Europe and beyond,” she said, highlighting ongoing efforts to secure project approvals, financing and technical partnerships.
James Greenstreet added that the collaboration provides a framework to expand the reach of DMG® technology internationally, supporting both clean energy production and the management of end-of-life plastics.
The companies also plan to explore opportunities in Asia, including Japan and South Korea, reflecting growing global demand for integrated solutions that address both emissions reduction and waste challenges.
The partnership underscores increasing interest in technologies that combine decarbonisation with circular economy principles, particularly in sectors seeking scalable alternatives to conventional waste disposal and energy generation.
