Hi Norm ,
I never knew how many things they can use hydrogen for.
Hydrogen has a range of applications in various sectors, especially as the focus shifts toward cleaner energy solutions. Here are some of the main uses for hydrogen, particularly in the context of a large-scale hydrogen plant:
Hydrogen fuel cells are used in various modes of transportation, including buses, trucks, trains, and even ships. Hydrogen can power fuel cell vehicles (FCVs), providing a clean alternative to traditional fossil fuel-powered vehicles.
Industrial Processes:
Hydrogen plays a crucial role in several industrial processes, especially in:
Ammonia Production: Used as a feedstock for fertilizers.
Refining: Hydrogen is used in petroleum refining processes, particularly in hydrotreating to remove sulfur from fuels.
Steel Production: Hydrogen can replace coke in the reduction of iron ore to produce steel, significantly reducing CO2 emissions.
Power Generation:
Hydrogen can be used in gas turbines to generate electricity, either as a blended fuel with natural gas or as a primary fuel. It can also play a role in grid stabilization when integrated into renewable energy systems.
Heating:
Hydrogen can be used for heating in residential and commercial buildings, either through hydrogen boilers or by blending hydrogen with natural gas in existing gas networks.
Chemical Production:
Beyond ammonia, hydrogen is used in producing methanol and other chemicals, contributing to various industrial applications.
Energy Storage:
Hydrogen can serve as a means of seasonal energy storage. It allows for long-term storage of excess renewable energy, which can be converted back to electricity via fuel cells or combustion.
Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU):
Hydrogen can be combined with CO2 to produce synthetic fuels or chemicals, playing a role in reducing carbon emissions.
Space Exploration:
Hydrogen is used as a rocket fuel in the form of liquid hydrogen due to its high energy content and clean combustion.
Research and Development:
Ongoing research is exploring new and innovative uses of hydrogen, including its role in synthetic fuel production and in other up-and-coming technologies.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2025-03...out-of-popular-holiday-hotspot/104990248Hydrogen Roadmap: Australia has invested in developing a "Hydrogen Roadmap," which outlines strategies for becoming a major player in the hydrogen industry, particularly in exporting green hydrogen.
Cheers
Max.
