The World as You’ll Know It: The Future Of Aging Has the Moment for Hydrogen Finally Arrived?
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Aug 6, 2024 Rachael Fahkry is a policy director at the Natural Resources Defense Council, while Jason Mortimer represents Electric Hydrogen. They dive into hydrogen's pivotal role in decarbonizing industries like steel and challenge its historical failures. Listeners learn about green hydrogen’s journey from hopeful promise to economic viability, contrasting visions on its use, and the ongoing technological advancements that could redefine energy production. The conversation also addresses the risks of transitioning to hydrogen amid regulatory hurdles and highlights exciting pilot projects.
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Steel’s Huge Climate Impact
- Steelmaking produces two tons of CO2 for every ton of steel made due to coal use in blast furnaces.
- This industry accounts for 8% of global greenhouse emissions and is tough to decarbonize.
Hydrogen’s Energy Promise and Hype
- Hydrogen stores a lot of energy and has been a long-touted clean fuel option.
- Despite past hype, hydrogen use has largely failed to materialize significantly, especially for cars.
Green Hydrogen’s Energy Challenge
- Most hydrogen today is produced via steam methane reforming using natural gas and emits significant CO2.
- Electrolysis offers a cleaner way but requires vast renewable electricity, otherwise increasing emissions.