Turning Hydrogen Demand Into Reality: Which Sectors Come First?
Executive summary
Clean hydrogen has the potential to function as an energy carrier and feedstock to decarbonise multiple
sectors (especially hard-to-abate sectors) and support global decarbonisation efforts by 2050 and beyond.
The main driver for hydrogen demand in multiple sectors is the target of abatement of emissions. Making
hydrogen from clean sources, its infrastructure and transportation available at scale in various regions would
be key to secure a diversified supply and contribute to a global low-carbon energy security.
Currently, ¾ of hydrogen use is concentrated in refining operations and chemical processes (such as the
production of ammonia, fertilizers and desulphuration of fuels), it is mainly produced on-site and based
almost entirely on fossil fuels. Current methods of global hydrogen production led to more than 900Mt of
CO2 emissions in 2022 1, i.e. slightly higher than current maritime emissions of 706Mt in 2022 2. For hydrogen
increase to support decarbonisation, it would need to be developed from clean sources.
Turning Hydrogen Demand Into Reality: Which Sectors Come First?
Executive summary
Clean hydrogen has the potential to function as an energy carrier and feedstock to decarbonise multiple
sectors (especially hard-to-abate sectors) and support global decarbonisation efforts by 2050 and beyond.
The main driver for hydrogen demand in multiple sectors is the target of abatement of emissions. Making
hydrogen from clean sources, its infrastructure and transportation available at scale in various regions would
be key to secure a diversified supply and contribute to a global low-carbon energy security.
Currently, ¾ of hydrogen use is concentrated in refining operations and chemical processes (such as the
production of ammonia, fertilizers and desulphuration of fuels), it is mainly produced on-site and based
almost entirely on fossil fuels. Current methods of global hydrogen production led to more than 900Mt of
CO2 emissions in 2022 1, i.e. slightly higher than current maritime emissions of 706Mt in 2022 2. For hydrogen
increase to support decarbonisation, it would need to be developed from clean sources.
Understanding Solar+Storage
Clean Energy Group produced Understanding Solar+Storage to provide information and guidance to address some of the most commonly asked questions about pairing solar photovoltaic systems with battery storage technologies (solar+storage). Topics in this guide include factors to consider when designing a solar+storage system, sizing a battery system, and safety and environmental considerations, as well as how to value and finance sol ar+storage. The
guide is organized around 12 topic area questions. These questions and the issues discussed within each section were informed by and developed for community-based organizations. The guide was produced under Clean Energy Group’s Resilient Power Project (www.resilientpower. org). The Resilient Power Project works to accelerate the equitable deployment of solar+storage technologies in historically marginalized and underserved communities through technical assistance, knowledge and capacity building, advancing enabling policies and programs, and amplifying community voices. This release is an updated and enhanced version of the original guide, which was prepared and published in October 2020.
Understanding Solar+Storage
Clean Energy Group produced Understanding Solar+Storage to provide information and guidance to address some of the most commonly asked questions about pairing solar photovoltaic systems with battery storage technologies (solar+storage). Topics in this guide include factors to consider when designing a solar+storage system, sizing a battery system, and safety and environmental considerations, as well as how to value and finance sol ar+storage. The
guide is organized around 12 topic area questions. These questions and the issues discussed within each section were informed by and developed for community-based organizations. The guide was produced under Clean Energy Group’s Resilient Power Project (www.resilientpower. org). The Resilient Power Project works to accelerate the equitable deployment of solar+storage technologies in historically marginalized and underserved communities through technical assistance, knowledge and capacity building, advancing enabling policies and programs, and amplifying community voices. This release is an updated and enhanced version of the original guide, which was prepared and published in October 2020.
The Geopolitics of Hydrogen Volume 1: European Strategies in Global Perspective
Abstract This introductory chapter places Europe’s hydrogen ambition in the broader context of the evolving geopolitics of the transition to net zero. It high-lights the growing geoeconomic rivalry among the world’s leading economies, such as the European Union, the United States, and China. This process is marked by the resurgence of state intervention in markets and industries as well as by the increasing attention paid by governments to supply chain resilience and asymmetric dependen-cies. Clean hydrogen has been part and parcel of these developments.
The Geopolitics of Hydrogen Volume 1: European Strategies in Global Perspective
Abstract This introductory chapter places Europe’s hydrogen ambition in the broader context of the evolving geopolitics of the transition to net zero. It high-lights the growing geoeconomic rivalry among the world’s leading economies, such as the European Union, the United States, and China. This process is marked by the resurgence of state intervention in markets and industries as well as by the increasing attention paid by governments to supply chain resilience and asymmetric dependen-cies. Clean hydrogen has been part and parcel of these developments.
Installation, Operation & Maintenance of Solar PV Microgrid Systems
About this Handbook:
This Trainer’ Handbook for Installation, Operation & Maintenance of Solar PV Microgrid Systems has been compiled with the help of different training materials and resources available in GSES library, reference of relevant IEC, NEC and ANZ standards, and GSES India’s inhouse expertise and experience. This handbook provides objective, approach and methods to deliver effective skill training to technicians for installation, operation & maintenance of solar PV microgrid systems. The first chapter of the book is on handbook contains main chapters on OH& safety aspects of PV
systems, basic working principles of solar PV systems, overview and configurations of solar microgrid systems, matrix of system sizing for different load and site specific solar radiation, system Design overview and Safety aspects, complete installation and commissioning procedure of solar microgrid system and operation and maintenance of microgrid system. Each chapter includes a separate section for trainers on objective of the training session, method of training, requisite underpinning knowledge for the trainer and questions and quizzes for training purpose.
Installation, Operation & Maintenance of Solar PV Microgrid Systems
About this Handbook:
This Trainer’ Handbook for Installation, Operation & Maintenance of Solar PV Microgrid Systems has been compiled with the help of different training materials and resources available in GSES library, reference of relevant IEC, NEC and ANZ standards, and GSES India’s inhouse expertise and experience. This handbook provides objective, approach and methods to deliver effective skill training to technicians for installation, operation & maintenance of solar PV microgrid systems. The first chapter of the book is on handbook contains main chapters on OH& safety aspects of PV
systems, basic working principles of solar PV systems, overview and configurations of solar microgrid systems, matrix of system sizing for different load and site specific solar radiation, system Design overview and Safety aspects, complete installation and commissioning procedure of solar microgrid system and operation and maintenance of microgrid system. Each chapter includes a separate section for trainers on objective of the training session, method of training, requisite underpinning knowledge for the trainer and questions and quizzes for training purpose.
Photovoltaic System Commissioning and Testing: A Guide for PV System Technicians and Engineers
INTRODUCTION
Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems are being installed in ever increasing numbers throughout the world, and are expected to safely and reliably produce electrical energy over several decades of operation. However, many systems are not satisfactorily evaluated prior to being placed into service, and many have had little, if any, scheduled maintenance or testing over their lifetime. Unfortunately, this often leads to unsafe and underperforming systems with reduced value to their owners.
Photovoltaic System Commissioning and Testing: A Guide for PV System Technicians and Engineers
INTRODUCTION
Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems are being installed in ever increasing numbers throughout the world, and are expected to safely and reliably produce electrical energy over several decades of operation. However, many systems are not satisfactorily evaluated prior to being placed into service, and many have had little, if any, scheduled maintenance or testing over their lifetime. Unfortunately, this often leads to unsafe and underperforming systems with reduced value to their owners.
World Energy Investment 2024
Abstract
This year’s edition of the World Energy Investment provides a full update on the investment picture in 2023 and an initial reading of the emerging picture for 2024. The report provides a global benchmark for tracking capital flows in
the energy sector and examines how investors are assessing risks and opportunities across all areas of fuel and electricity supply, critical minerals, efficiency, research and development and energy finance. The report highlights several key aspects of the current investment landscape, including persistent cost and interest rates pressures, the
new industrial strategies being adopted by major economies to boost clean energy manufacturing, and the policies that support incentives for clean energy spending, notably from the increasingly important viewpoints of energy security and affordability.
World Energy Investment 2024
Abstract
This year’s edition of the World Energy Investment provides a full update on the investment picture in 2023 and an initial reading of the emerging picture for 2024. The report provides a global benchmark for tracking capital flows in
the energy sector and examines how investors are assessing risks and opportunities across all areas of fuel and electricity supply, critical minerals, efficiency, research and development and energy finance. The report highlights several key aspects of the current investment landscape, including persistent cost and interest rates pressures, the
new industrial strategies being adopted by major economies to boost clean energy manufacturing, and the policies that support incentives for clean energy spending, notably from the increasingly important viewpoints of energy security and affordability.