The Fully Charged Podcast The Hydrogen Enigma With Emily Pontecorvo
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Sep 11, 2023 Renowned journalist Emily Pontecorvo discusses future hydrogen use, carbon capture, MIT, oil refineries, home electrification, and US state policy with Robert. They explore hydrogen's role in the energy transition, challenges of clean hydrogen production, significance in decarbonization, geological differences between UK and US, growing popularity of heat pumps, and promoting clean energy transition.
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Honda Clarity Experience
- Robert drove the Honda Clarity, a hydrogen fuel cell car, and found it impressive.
- The car had a 400-mile range, but its estimated cost was prohibitive.
Hydrogen Sources and Efficiency
- Most commercial hydrogen is derived from natural gas or coal, not water.
- Using electricity from fossil fuels for electrolysis is less efficient than directly using the fossil fuel.
Clean Hydrogen Production Challenges
- Hydrogen production relies on a complex electrical grid, making clean sourcing difficult.
- Time-matching hydrogen production with renewable energy generation is crucial.