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LCOE ( in EUR / MWh ) calculated by Roland Berger for vessel transport from the Middle East to Rotterdam , combined with high-grade heat and storage at a location without access to the hydrogen backbone . Data from Irena , HyChain , HyDelta , and Roland Berger
making electrification a challenging and sometimes suboptimal solution . This is particularly true for decentralized production facilities that may lack access to planned hydrogen infrastructure . Iron Power emerges as a promising alternative for decarbonization in such scenarios , offering easy transport and storage capabilities at decentralized sites . group of students and researchers within the Mechanical Engineering department of TU / e , led by Professor Philip de Goey , culminated in 2017 with the creation of the first iron powder
A study by Roland Berger evaluated the Levelized Cost of Energy ( LCOE ) for various green energy carriers , assuming hydrogen production in the Middle East due to its anticipated low-cost and high-volume production . The analysis revealed Iron Power ’ s strong cost competitiveness , attributed to minimal boil-off losses during transport and its direct usability without the need for reconversion , highlighting its potential as a key player in the transition to sustainable energy systems .
From research to commercial demonstration
The inception of Iron Power at ESA laid the groundwork for a journey that would span years of research , development , and real-world demonstrations . In the laboratories of Eindhoven University of Technology ( TU / e ), Iron Power transitioned from conceptualization to tangible reality . The pioneering work from a dedicated
First iron powder flame at TU / e . Photo by Bart van Overbeeke Photography
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