Hydrogen vs. electric isn’t a competition—it’s collaboration. These technologies complement each other, powering different applications with the right solution for the right job. #HydrogenEnergy #ElectricVehicles #CleanEnergy #Decarbonisation #FutureOfTransport #GreenTechnology #Ryze
Ali Bahrami
1mo
Hydrogen-based e-traction (FCEV) presents a promising, although temporary solution for heavy-duty vehicles, particularly during the transition period before BEVs (Battery Electric Vehicles) gain widespread support through enhanced charging infrastructure and improved AC grid capacity. From my point of view this transitional phase could span 10-15 years, based on current statistical data. After reviewing several datasets and comparing key factors, the main significant advantage FCEVs currently hold is their shorter refueling time, which is crucial for heavy-duty fleets. However, this edge may diminish as advancements in battery technology, charging times, and grid readiness close the gap in the near future. We'll see whether the future will be dominated solely by BEVs or if BEVs and FCEVs will continue to coexist.
Hydrogen is a key element to consider when discussing sustainable mobility. To fully harness the potential of this extraordinary element, we need to think about a comprehensive vision, from the infrastructure and to the feasability of the technology. The road to energy transition is still long, but what we saw at the HYDROGEN EXPO last week has once again shown us how crucial hydrogen will be in this journey.
Aran Bates
1mo
Absolutely true! They do different things and often work really well at the same time supporting each other. In the space of off-grid heavy machinery, including generators, there will always be the need for an energy import, a fuel. This is hydrogen's role. Batteries then can compliment this by allowing for extra power output without having to oversize the hydrogen ICE or FC. We typically see the best economics coming from Batteries + Hydrogen + maybe some solar to reduce the amount of hydrogen.
Dr Martin Hallam
1mo
Completely agree both will have a place. What is holding H2 back is infrastructure and truck technology. This really needs to accelerate and companies cooperate in consortium projects to test & make it hapoen
With the exploration and synergistic integration of the available technologies, green electricity can be independently sourced and stored in hydrogen and batteries. The handshake is a matter of choice to curb renewable intermittency and range anxiety. Let's go Zero, to reduce anthropogenic contributions to greenhouse gas emissions.
This is a great insight
Adrian G.
1mo
The question is - who benefits by setting the one against the other ? Only the incumbent energy which prolongs business (nay pollution) as usual? 🤔
Thank you both for your insights and for putting them into action.
Sas Harrison
1mo
Hydrogen often IS electric It's batteries we need to prevent
Saxonking Engineering Research
1moThanks for posting Ryze Spot on Science flourishes under competition. Create alternative solutions for the same applications and the optimum concept at that point in time rises to the top for that particular application Over time competition may move the boundaries and the optimum solution may change because of developments. But that's no bad thing What is wrong is blocking competition as technology then stagnates. This is sadly driven by one of the more negative of human traits, vested interests Some of the most promising avenues of technology developments I have seen over the years has been hybrids which can work with a variety of energy forms. These would appear to give great potential