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Hydrogen blending : preparing the market , public and infrastructure
Hydrogen blending can play a critical role in unlocking a greener , decarbonized energy future . Lowcarbon hydrogen until recently has been largely untapped , but its adoption and potential are rapidly accelerating in areas such as transportation , power , and energy storage .
By Kim Domptail , Future Energy Market Lead – US West , GHD
Hydrogen offers an exciting opportunity to revolutionize our energy systems and is a powerful tool to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in hard-to-abate sectors . Hydrogen blending is one application that ’ s becoming more important as we strive to decarbonize natural gas usage . This shift has the potential to significantly reduce carbon footprints , offering an attractive alternative to conventional electrification .
The allure of hydrogen is not limited to its environmental benefits ; it extends to a vast economic landscape . The global market potential for green hydrogen is estimated to be well over US $ 1 trillion by 2050 . This monumental figure underscores hydrogen ’ s tremendous promise . Governments are also making bold policy and investment decisions to provide their citizens and economies with affordable , reliable , low-carbon energy – leveraging the potential of hydrogen blending with natural gas .
Addressing the challenges and limitations of hydrogen blending requires a deliberate approach fully focused on de-risking projects , through stakeholder engagement that will facilitate regulator and public acceptance , as well as significant testing . This strategic step forward will use existing infrastructure , capitalizing on the extensive network of natural
30 Hydrogen Tech World | Issue 15 | April 2024