Here we go Madam Secretary Jennifer Granholm! Clean H2Hubs strongly suggests a doubling down on RE sources like Solar & Wind. However, practical consideration targets ELECTROLYZER technology at scale. Said tech is absolutely critical to harness H2 from process of electrochemical (vs.combustion) power generation. To expedite we should examine/optimize NatGas & RNG when deriving H2. Pairing with Carbon Capture technology as suggested to keep it underground is ExerGo’s methodology. Munis, Universities, Schools, Hospitals (MUSH segments) are tailor made for said deployment amid capital projects. Utilities as stewards of the grid are increasingly adopting cleaner technologies to achieve greater Efficiency, Decarbonize infrastructure, while ensuring Resiliency. Proliferation of REnewable sources along with EV charging stations move towards Clean(er) Electrification. The irony is how to optimize gas distribution, unlocking H2’s full potential generating clean electricity, via existing gas infrastructure. This way, we are not so dependent on vulnerable overhead systems. Seems logical when having to factor intermittencies associated with Solar, Wind and Batteries. Capture/Sequestration technologies coupled H2/CH4 friendly technologies foster practical steps towards a preferred energy architecture. Yes blending NG which we have an over abundance of with H2 as we construct that infrastructure.
Hence, understanding the epic investment in H2. All methods of safe delivery/distribution of this preferred “gas” need be fully understood, proposed & implemented. These regional H2Hubs should serve as critical link connecting Industrial/Commerical/Residential clean power generation. Layering software integrates Hubs with DERs whether Midstream like Substations or Downstream - behind the meter with Utility investment in Scada/Advanced Metering equipment for enhanced “controllable dispatch” of clean, safe, reliable power. All while offsetting grid strain via decentralized/regional H2Hubs.
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US launches regional clean hydrogen hubs to boost manufacturing and clean jobs
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