Wednesday 12 November 2025
Sky unveils first of its kind clean power system for film and TV production
Sky has today unveiled a major new clean energy system designed to revolutionise the way film and TV productions are powered.
The new system uses a hybrid hydrogen fuel cell and sodium battery solution to create a reliable, quieter and zero-emission mobile power source, a first of its kind for the industry.
Developed by Sky's own engineers and production experts, the new unit can do everything a diesel generator can, but without the fumes, noise or carbon emissions.
Unlike traditional generators that burn fossil fuels, this innovation uses green hydrogen and sodium battery systems to generate power, while producing only water and heat as by-products. The water is then reused within the fuel cell system, improving efficiency. The sodium batteries contain no precious or toxic minerals, plus they are safer and more recyclable than lithium alternatives.
The revolutionary technology can run on or off the grid, helping ease pressure on mains power and making it perfect for studio shoots or remote filming locations, marking not only a brilliant step forward in more flexible mobile production but a significant leap forward in sustainable innovation.
Were so proud to announce this clean-energy power unit - the first of its kind, capable of the biggest production challenges, said David Rhodes, Executive Chairman of Sky News Our people have been innovating in the field for more than three decades. Now, were filling a real gap for smarter, quieter and more sustainable production solutions. Were excited about the trials ahead."
According to albert's Screen New Deal, approximately 50% of emissions from tentpole productions come from burning fossil fuels, with 35% from road transport and 15% from mobile power. This new mobile power unit has the potential to dramatically reduce this footprint, whilst helping improve air quality and reduce noise for crews and local communities.
This new technology is a brilliant example of how innovation and sustainability can go hand in hand, said Fiona Ball, Group Director, Bigger Picture and Sustainability at Sky. We designed it to meet the real needs of production teams while helping us cut emissions and improve air quality. It's a practical solution that supports our journey to a low-carbon world and shows what's possible when we embed sustainability into everything we do.
Sky is now running live trials of the hybrid unit at its Sky Studios Elstree facility. While still in the testing phase and not yet commercially available, Sky looks forward to sharing results and demonstrating how clean power innovation can support a better and more sustainable future for film and television production.
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