According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), there are over 1,200 projects for hydrogen generation as of 2022. Currently, 300 of those projects are operational, marking a significant step forward in the global push towards a sustainable energy future.
This e-book dives deep into the IEA’s hydrogen projects database to provide a comprehensive overview of the sector. It includes:
- A detailed look into the variety of hydrogen generation methods, with a special focus on electrolysis as the leading technology.
- Analysis of the preferred electrolysis technologies among project developers and their respective capacities.
- Examination of the hydrogen production goals, ranging from pure hydrogen for direct use to derivatives like ammonia and synthetic fuels.
- Insights into why electrolysis projects make up the majority of hydrogen generation efforts and the strategic reasons behind this choice.
- Discussion of the criteria influencing project developers’ selection of specific electrolyzer types.
- Overview of the intended markets and applications for hydrogen and its derivatives, highlighting the industry’s strategic direction.
