John Lewis explores powering stores with zero-emission fuel cells

Jessica Shankleman
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Partnership signs accord with AFC Energy to test economic potential of alkaline fuel cell system

John Lewis is examining the possibility of powering its stores with zero-emission fuel cells, after signing an agreement to buy and test a system in one of its outlets. Guildford-based AFC Energy announced...

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