Special Focus: H2 Equipment and Services

This article details the advantages of high-pressure gaseous H₂ transport, comparing it to traditional lower-pressure and liquid H₂ transport methods. By examining efficiency, cost and technological advancements, this work will outline the potential of high-pressure trailers to revolutionize H₂ distribution and unlock a sustainable future.

H₂ exists as two isomers (ortho and para) based on a proton nuclear spin. A temperature-dependent equilibrium dictates their ratio, with 75% ortho at room temperature shifting to nearly 100% para at liquid H₂ temperatures [20 kelvin (K)].

The global share of green H₂ is presently well below 10%, but this will not remain the case. Depending on various scenarios, the global share could reach a third by 2030, and between 75% and 100% by 2050. This means green H₂ production must scale up dramatically.

Many organizations are discovering that H₂ has the potential to be a bridge between two generation styles, but only if their facilities have the right technologies in place.

To qualify for the tax credit, green H₂ production must meet rigorous criteria regarding additionality, deliverability and time matching, particularly concerning the significant electricity consumption during production.

A growing number of policymakers and ammonia (NH₃) industry proponents have recently begun to champion NH₃ as the best way to transport H₂ and as a viable alternative to pure H₂ for various applications, including as a fuel for the maritime industry, an energy storage medium and feedstock for electricity generation.

There are 45 green shipping corridors planned worldwide, a handful of which are at an advanced stage, with H₂ converted into new fuels as hugely important to the future of harbors globally.

July’s H₂Tech Tech Spotlight consists of a new alkaline stack for green H₂ production, testing solutions to accelerate green H₂ R&D, a pressure regulator to maximize H₂-powered vehicle fuel efficiency, a new sealing solution for high-pressure gaseous H₂ storage and much more.

IMI plc, a global leader in innovative engineering solutions, has announced the appointment of Roby Buyung as the new President of Process Automation, effective immediately. Roby succeeds Jackie Hu, who has been promoted to Chief Operating Officer at IMI plc.

In this article, the author presents a balanced and systemic approach to H₂. The author puts forward a set of principles that will enable politicians and other key decision makers to efficiently scale H₂ production without putting an unmanageable strain on renewable energy production or financial resources.

H₂Tech (H₂T) sat down with Cameron Poole (CP) at the Hydrogen Americas Summit to discuss Louisiana's unique position in the green hydrogen (H₂) industry, highlighting the state's high per capita consumption and historical leadership in traditional H₂ production. They emphasize the potential of green H₂ to reduce emissions and serve as a building block for other necessary products globally. Cameron also provides more details on funding for the H2theFuture project and the Global Wind Organization accreditation program.