Clean Hydrogen

Clean hydrogen refers to hydrogen produced through processes that do not release significant greenhouse gases, making it environmentally friendly. The production methods for clean hydrogen include electrolysis of water using renewable electricity, which splits water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen, and steam methane reforming combined with carbon capture and storage (CCS) that captures the CO2 emissions during the process. Clean hydrogen is seen as a crucial element in the transition to a low-carbon economy, as it can serve as an energy carrier, a fuel for transportation, and a feedstock for various industrial processes. It has the potential to decarbonize sectors that are challenging to electrify, such as heavy industry and shipping. The term emphasizes the importance of sustainability in hydrogen production, distinguishing it from hydrogen produced from fossil fuels, which contributes to carbon emissions.