Startup NANO Advanced has launched a laboratory prototype of its unique hydrogen generator at the Technology Park in Brno — a solution that aims to change the rules of the game in green energy. The revolutionary technology promises to make better use of renewable energy sources and significantly reduce losses in green hydrogen production through the use of artificial intelligence.
“We believe that green hydrogen is an essential key to a sustainable future. Our goal is to create a technology that maximizes performance with minimal environmental impact and enables independence from imported energy commodities,” says Pavel Srbecký, founder of NANO Advanced. Last year, the energy group MND invested in the company and became the majority owner of the startup.
The generator was officially launched by Minister of Industry and Trade Lukáš Vlček. The ceremony was also attended by Jan Zámečník, Deputy Governor of the South Moravian Region, and Jana Hamršmídová, Director of the Energy Division at MND.
“Innovations such as this are essential for the future of our industry and help us pursue our vision of becoming an important player in the hydrogen economy. The development of hydrogen technologies, including support for their research, development and production, is part of our Hydrogen Strategy. NANO Advanced proves that Czech companies can be at the forefront of global technology trends and succeed in broad international competition,” said Minister Lukáš Vlček, highlighting the Brno-based startup.
Deputy Governor Jan Zámečník added: “This once again confirms that Brno offers excellent conditions for the development of advanced technologies and innovation. NANO Advanced operates under the umbrella of the South Moravian Innovation Centre, which I visit quite often and always gladly. I am very pleased that we can be here today for such a unique occasion.”
NANO Advanced’s technology enables efficient use of surplus electricity from renewable sources, such as photovoltaic power plants and wind turbines. With the help of AI, the generator can respond to fluctuations in energy supply. Its modular architecture ensures a significantly longer service life of the machine by reducing wear on key components, while also enabling continuous operation even during service interventions.
“The hydrogen generator from NANO Advanced is designed to be flexible, modular and suitable both for industrial use and for future decentralized production directly in urban areas,” says Pavel Srbecký. Thanks to the team’s unique know-how, the company plans for its electrolyzer to achieve an efficiency of 70–85%, significantly exceeding current industry standards of 55–65%, while extending the service life of the equipment by up to five times.
At the press conference, Jana Hamršmídová, Director of the Energy Division at MND, emphasized the importance of the technology: “At MND, we have been working on the topic of green hydrogen for some time. We see green hydrogen as a potential form of energy storage and a source of energy. Several years ago, we launched pilot production and use of green hydrogen at one of our production sites, and we are partners in international projects focused on gas production and transport across Europe. The technology developed by NANO Advanced should ideally meet the needs of processing and storing surplus renewable energy thanks to its flexibility, thereby replacing the currently used energy-dissipation systems. We believe that hydrogen technologies will become part of the energy mix of the future.”
Unique features of the generator
● Higher efficiency: The generator can produce more hydrogen per kW of energy consumed, increasing operational profitability.
● Flexible control system: Even distribution of load across components significantly reduces operating costs (OPEX) and extends the service life of the equipment. As a result, it dramatically improves economic yield and return on investment.
● Modularity: The ability to replace components during operation ensures continuous operation and enables future upgrades of the machine.
● Energy efficiency: The generator serves as an effective solution for using electricity produced from renewable sources during periods of surplus production and eliminates the need for unnecessary energy dissipation in systems often referred to today as “dump loads” or similar technologies.
The ceremonial event took place at the Technology Park in Brno, an important hub for the development of technology startups and innovation projects. The South Moravian Innovation Centre (JIC) played a key role in supporting the project, which has the potential to change the way we think about renewable energy.
About NANO Advanced
NANO Advanced is a Czech startup focused on developing technologies for green energy. The company aims to support the expansion of the hydrogen economy, contribute to climate protection through emission reduction and the use of renewable energy sources, and strengthen Europe’s strategic security by increasing its energy independence from imported fossil fuels. In 2024, MND, a company belonging to the KKCG Group, acquired a majority stake in the startup. This step significantly strengthened the development of the technology and its entry into the market.
About MND
MND Group is part of the KKCG Group, founded by Czech entrepreneur Karel Komárek. The company operates across various areas of the energy sector — from oil and gas production to renewable energy generation, including geothermal wells and wind energy, with a special focus on environmentally friendly technologies. MND also supplies Czech households with gas and electricity. In addition to the Czech Republic, MND Group also operates in Ukraine and Germany.