fuel cell efficiency

Fuel cell efficiency measures how well it converts fuel into usable electricity. Unlike traditional engines that waste much energy as heat, a fuel cell directly transforms chemical energy from fuel (like hydrogen) into electrical energy with minimal loss. Typical efficiencies range from 40% to 60%, meaning that up to 60% of the fuel's energy is converted into electricity, with the rest lost as heat. Advanced systems can improve this efficiency, making fuel cells a more efficient and cleaner alternative for generating power compared to combustion engines.