- A renewable energy specialist, Dr. Engr. Ibrahim Muritala, has said technology, policy and infrastructure challenges must all be addressed collaboratively to make seaborne transportation of hydrogen a reality
- Muritala said hydrogen will likely be an essential commodity as the world focuses on decarbonisation
- To facilitate the transportation of renewable energy across vast distances in the form of electrons to molecules, the expert explained that hydrogen shipping presents both technological barriers and opportunities
Hydrogen fuel offers is capable of powering everything from cars and buses to aeroplanes and ships.
Photo credit: OnurdongelSource: Getty ImagesIts appeal stems from its abundance, derived from diverse sources such as water, natural gas, biomass and others.Experts have explained that hydrogen can offer benefits to the heavy-duty transportation sector.
Photo credit: @Kanthan2030Source: TwitterMoreover, hydrogen acts as a versatile energy storage medium, capable of storing excess renewable energy (as electrons) to molecular form, helping to stabilise power grids reliant on intermittent sources like wind and solar.Risks of hydrogenIt is extremely vulnerable to unintentional fires and explosions due to its flammability, broad explosive range and low ignition energy.Additionally, because of its low density, it must be stored at high pressure or undergo cryogenic liquefaction, which increases both the danger of pressure vessel failures and cryogenic embrittlement. Safe handling and use of metallic components are made more difficult by the possibility of hydrogen embrittlement, which necessitates careful material and operational technique selection to reduce these inherent dangers.While the challenges are significant, the potential for decarbonising the shipping sector through hydrogen presents a compelling economic and environmental case, driving innovation and collaboration among stakeholders worldwide.
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