Hydrogen plays an important role in the energy transtion. By replacing hydrogen produced with fossil fuels with (green) hydrogen from renewable energy sources, we can reduce our dependence on oil, gas, and coal and reduce our CO2 emissions. A mature hydrogen economy in Europe can alsso contribute to employment, economic growth and energy independency from other regions.
However, significantly scaling up production is essential – and far from straightforward. In addition to challenges regarding the availability and affordability of sufficient renewable energy, it is crucial to conduct research into the safety of these large-scale processes. Hydrogen, for example, has a low ignition energy, which presents a potential explosion risk to both the plant and its surroundings.
Read the full interview with Hans van ’t Noordende, hydrogen expert at ISPT and Richard Bollen.