Hydrogen as a fuel for combustion

Hydrogen can be burned in combustion engines, similar to traditional fossil fuels. When hydrogen is combusted with oxygen from the air, it produces heat and water vapor as byproducts. The heat generated during the combustion process can be harnessed to produce mechanical work, such as driving a vehicle or generating electricity in power plants.

This application is particularly useful in industries where high-temperature processes are required, such as steel manufacturing and certain heating applications.

Production

Hydrogen’s ability to be produced using renewable energy and its use in fuel cells makes it a key component in the quest for a clean and sustainable energy future. As the world moves towards reducing greenhouse gas emissions and achieving net zero goals, hydrogen is expected to play an increasingly critical role in energy production and decarbonisation efforts across various sectors.