Hydrogen technologies play a pivotal role in the global energy transition, offering a clean and versatile energy carrier across various sectors. The lecture covers hydrogen production methods, with a focus on electrolysis powered by renewable energy, transitioning from "grey" and "blue" to "green" hydrogen. It explores the challenges and solutions in hydrogen storage technologies, as well as the transport and distribution of hydrogen through pipelines and road networks. Applications are examined across industry (e.g., decarbonizing steel and chemicals), mobility (e.g., fuel cell vehicles), grid storage, power generation (e.g., hydrogen-fueled gas turbines) and households (e.g., hydrogen boilers), highlighting the cost, infrastructure and advancements required for widespread adoption. Finally, the lecture discusses opportunities and challenges of an international hydrogen economy, while envisioning its potential in achieving net-zero emissions.
- Lehrende:r: Franziska Schaube