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Tanahashi Prize Recognizes the Robust Long-Term Operation of the 10MW Alkaline-Water Electrolysis System by Asahi Kasei
TOKYO, March 19, 2026--Six engineers from Asahi Kasei were awarded the Tanahashi Prize for their contributions to the development of an alkaline-water electrolysis system.
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