Jumah Abdulrahman Bin
Chemical Engineering Department, College of Engineering, King Saud University P.O. Box 800 Riyadh 11421 Saudi Arabia
RSC Adv. 2024 Aug 22;14(36):26400-26423. doi: 10.1039/d4ra04559a. eCollection 2024 Aug 16.
Green hydrogen, a versatile and sustainable energy carrier, has garnered increasing attention as a critical element in the global transition to a low-carbon economy. This review article comprehensively examines the production, applications, and potential of green hydrogen, accompanied by the challenges and future prospects associated with its widespread adoption. The production of green hydrogen is a central focus, due to its environmental benefits and distinctive characteristics. The article delves into the various techniques and technologies employed in green hydrogen production, emphasizing the need for cost reduction and increased scale for economic viability. Focusing particularly on applications, the review discusses the diverse sectors where green hydrogen demonstrates immense promise. Challenges and limitations are explored, including the intermittent nature of renewable energy sources, high production costs, and the need for extensive hydrogen infrastructure. The article also highlights the pressing need for innovation in electrolysis technology and materials, emphasizing the potential for cost reduction and increased efficiency. As industries gradually transition to green hydrogen as a cleaner feedstock, its demand and cost-competitiveness are projected to increase. This review article thoroughly evaluates the current status of green hydrogen and provides valuable insights into its potential role in the transition to a sustainable energy system.
绿色氢作为一种用途广泛且可持续的能源载体，在全球向低碳经济转型过程中作为关键要素已受到越来越多关注。本文综述全面审视了绿色氢的生产、应用及潜力，同时探讨了其广泛应用所面临的挑战和未来前景。绿色氢的生产因其环境效益和独特特性成为核心关注点。文章深入研究了绿色氢生产中所采用的各种技术和工艺，强调为实现经济可行性需要降低成本并扩大规模。综述特别聚焦于应用领域，讨论了绿色氢展现出巨大潜力的多个不同行业。探讨了挑战和限制因素，包括可再生能源的间歇性、高生产成本以及对广泛氢基础设施的需求。文章还强调了电解技术和材料创新的迫切需求，突出了降低成本和提高效率的潜力。随着各行业逐步转向将绿色氢作为更清洁的原料，预计其需求和成本竞争力将会提高。本文综述全面评估了绿色氢的当前状况，并为其在向可持续能源系统转型中的潜在作用提供了宝贵见解。
