efcf 2: FAQ: Others

FAQ: Others

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Is the European Fuel Cell Forum an independent organisation?

YES, EFCF is a fully independent and totally neutral organisation.

EFCF offers a platform for creating a knowledge based network, enabling the exchange of technology and business information, and acting as an inspiring podium for new projects and partnerships.

In Detail:

The Conference.
EFCF is different to many commercial conferences in that it is fully organised by fuel cell technologists and scientists. The conference is not influenced by any state agency, academic institute or industrial group, which allows it to remain an independent place of exchange.

The EFCF’s International Board of Advisors www.EFCF.com/IBoA elects the annual rotating scientific Chair/s to ensure a balanced representation of the current European trends. The conference Chair/s hold the final scientific responsibility for their event. A full evaluation process insures that all abstracts are reviewed by at least 3 people, who are familiar with the criteria that are used for the allocation of presentation slots. As active members of the fuel cell and hydrogen community, the organisers are aware of current trends, and closely follow the recommendations of the IBoA, to make sure that the needs of the stakeholders are always the main focus of the European Fuel Cell Forum.

The Exhibition and Special Events.
These are also organised from a neutral position, and their sole purpose is to optimally serve the participants. Everyone is welcome to show their ideas, developments, products, and business options, and we strive to maintain an atmosphere of openness to innovation.

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What is the view of EFCF regarding Hydrogen, Electrolyser, and Fuel Cell technologies?

EFCF has established a podium to debate and exchange, and does not directly take part in any discussion of technologies. Principally the focus is on "Membrane based Electrochemical Reactors" of any technology and for all products, as long as it is ethically justifiable. This focus also incorporates the necessary energy in- and output, and includes Hydrogen, BioGas, Natural Gas, Methane, Syngas, Oxygen, Air, Current, Heat, Cold, H2O, etc. as well as its treatment such as Purification, Compression, Storage and Distribution/Fueling.

EFCF activities support all stages in the above mentioned value chain: Research, Development, Demonstration, Implementation, Standardisation, Commercialisation, Investments, Politics and Human and Ethical Issues. The final goal is the realisation of a more sustainable (green) energy and mobility system.

The EFCF offers a platform where facts and figures are presented, discussed and published (www.EFCF.com/Library). Therefore all authors and presenters speak always and only in their own name. Any single personal view or opinion, whether it is from an individual, current collaborators, or board members, does not represent EFCF’s neutral position.

EFCF distances itself from any polemic controversy around the subject of "Membrane based Electrochemical Reactors” and associated topics. EFCF has contributed, contributes and will continue to contribute to a broader, more integrated view, established through an open exchange with leading subject matter experts.
We would welcome you to take part in these debates.

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Will there be Wifi available at the conference venue?

YES, Wifi is available throughout the entire conference venue.

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Does EFCF respect privacy in line with the new EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) ?

YES, EFCF respects your privacy. We continue to protect your data and respect your preferences about when you hear from us. In line with the new EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we have updated our Privacy Policy to protect your information. It is automatically in place as of May 24, 2018 (see also Statement www.EFCF.com/DataProt).

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