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💡 Methanol is a promising low-cost hydrogen carrier given its high energy density, ease of transportation, and lower risk compared to ammonia. M2X Energy Inc. is dedicated in minimizing the cost and carbon intensity of the integrated process from crude methanol production, transporting methanol as low-cost carrier for hydrogen, then reforming methanol to hydrogen at point of use. One question that we are particularly interested in is if the energy intensive upgrading step can be bypassed for an electrochemical route to reform M2X's low-carbon methanol to hydrogen. To answer the question Chen Hsiang-Sheng (Johnson) is working towards understanding the associated energy penalties when crude methanol is used 'as-is' in electrolysis. This project is supported by FSEC® and M2X Energy Inc.. Read more here https://lnkd.in/esakUFGb #Hydrogen #Methanol #Sustainability #Innovation 

Join our new Poten Webinar: Hydrogen, Ammonia, and Methanol - The Answers to Decarbonisation? Our senior consultants, Aline Ingram and Eduard Lindner will explore these alternative fuels and assess their viability for the future. Key Topics: • How do #hydrogen, #ammonia, and #methanol help meet global decarbonisation goals? • What are the latest advancements and challenges in producing hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol? • What are the current and future market drivers for these fuels? • What infrastructure is needed for handling these fuels, and what could be the implications for the #LNG industry? Register to join and be part of the discussion https://hubs.ly/Q02FdSpb0

The production of turquoise #hydrogen is achieved through the pyrolysis of #methane, accompanied by the formation of solid carbon. This process utilises #naturalgas as a feedstock, which is widely available worldwide and is a commonly used #fossilfuel. Methane #pyrolysis represents an effective method for the #decarbonisation of natural gas, resulting in the generation of #cleanhydrogen with no #carbondioxide #emissions.

Did you know that Synthetic Natural Gas (SNG) and synthetic methane refer to the same product? SNG is a gas with natural gas quality that is produced artificially, for example by methanation of CO2 and ideally with green hydrogen. 🌱 It consists mainly of synthetic methane (CH₄) and can be used in various industrial applications and processes: In energy and heat generation, chemical production and as a fuel. 💡 SNG can replace natural gas in sectors such as industry, mobility and power generation. 💡 It can be used in existing gas grid infrastructure and end-use applications without technical modifications. 💡 Reduces CO2 emissions and helps meet climate change goals. SNG can play an important role in the modern industrial and energy sectors. It offers a more sustainable and controllable alternative to fossil natural gas. 🌎 Despite the many opportunities, their use still faces challenges. How can the future of synthetic gases be economically viable? We will continue to follow this closely. #SNG #Biogas #Hydrogen #GreenGases #powertogas 

In this free report by Thetius, you'll find: * The need for a diverse, multifaceted fuel strategy - there is no single pathway to 2030 and 2050. *How media activity skews perceptions of future #fuels - the #methanol hype vs reality. *Why transition fuels like #LNG and methanol should be emphasised in the near term. *The long-term necessity of advancing infrastructure and safety for fuels like #hydrogen and #ammonia. *The major role operational and technological optimisations can play alongside alternative fuels. Download to learn more. https://lnkd.in/drdPPkv2

#Greenhydrogen, produced via electrolysis using renewable energy, represents a zero-emission energy carrier pivotal for replacing #fossilfuels in sectors like transportation, heavy industry, and power generation. Technological advancements in electrolyzers and supportive regulations are driving its adoption, aligning with climate goals and reducing #greenhousegasemissions. #AMR #GreenHydrogen #SustainableEnergy #CleanEnergy #RenewableEnergy #HydrogenEconomy #Decarbonization #ClimateAction #FuelCells #Electrolysis #CleanTransportation #EnergyTransition #ZeroEmissions #HydrogenFuel https://lnkd.in/dsReqwX3

We don't achieve our #carbonemissions reduction goals without clean hydrogen... So how does clean #hydrogen play its part when today we have next to none? New National Petroleum Council study projects a 4 phase path First hydrogen produced near existing demand using existing infrastructure that will be mostly blue hydrogen Next build out long haul transportation and storage infrastructure to open new markets for hydrogen. Finally build out production to meet that demand which is when #greenhydrogen will scale. Thoughts? https://lnkd.in/ec3YV7cP

𝐓𝐨𝐩 𝟏𝟎 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐧 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 Download Ultimate PDF: https://lnkd.in/dSEr6xEP As global attention increasingly turns toward #decarbonization, research indicates that forward-thinking leaders will invest more in technology and infrastructure within the hydrogen production sector to enable clean, carbon-free energy storage. #Hydrogen gas can be produced through various industrial processes, with the vast majority of the world's hydrogen supply currently derived from fossil fuels. The most common form, known as gray hydrogen, is produced via steam methane reforming. This process involves a chemical reaction between steam and methane, the primary component of natural gas, to generate hydrogen. However, producing one tonne of hydrogen through this method results in the emission of 6.6 to 9.3 tonnes of carbon dioxide. Hydrogen is commonly recognized as being generated from #renewable #electricity through the #electrolysis of water. Although less frequently mentioned, some definitions of #greenhydrogen also encompass hydrogen produced from other low-emission sources like biomass. Currently, producing green hydrogen is more costly compared to gray hydrogen, and the energy conversion efficiency remains inherently low. #HydrogenGeneration #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #GreenEnergy #HydrogenEconomy #FuelCells #Electrolysis #Sustainability #ClimateAction

Thinking about exporting clean hydrogen? You may want to rethink that! Hydrogen is vital for 🌍 #decarbonization, but its transportation and storage costs are sky-high. Here’s why: 1)    𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆-𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Hydrogen liquefaction consumes 30-36% of its energy content, making it costly 2)     𝗕𝗼𝗶𝗹-𝗢𝗳𝗳 𝗚𝗮𝘀 (𝗕𝗢𝗚) 𝗟𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗲𝘀: Hydrogen’s cryogenic temps cause heat leakage, leading to losses during transport. 3)     𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗗𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲: Hydrogen’s low density requires large, specialized systems to maintain cryogenic conditions, driving up costs. This presents an opportunity for Ammonia producers 🚀: On-site hydrogen producers benefit from IRA incentives. Additionally, ammonia, with a 𝟰𝟱% 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗹𝗶𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗱 𝗵𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻, lower liquefaction energy, and existing infrastructure, is a more efficient hydrogen carrier. Industry leaders exploring initiatives around clean ammonia include: ExxonMobil, Yara Clean Ammonia, ADNOC Group, Enbridge, CF Industries, Nutrien #HydrogenEconomy #CleanEnergy #Decarbonization #Ammonia #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #GreenEnergy Sources: - Global Trade of Hydrogen , The Oxford institute For Energy Studies - Kleinman Center for Energy Policy -  Clean Hydrogen Production Cost Scenarios with PEM Electrolyzer Technology  , DOE - COMPARISON OF COMMERCIAL, STATE-OF-THE-ART, FOSSIL-BASED HYDROGEN PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGIES, NETL

There are still too many unknowns to be able to count on natural #hydrogen this decade, say #H2 and #oil industry executives Energy incumbents bp and Repsol as well as start-up H2 Green Steel urge caution around prospects for #whitehydrogen #naturalhydrogen #geologichydrogen https://lnkd.in/dc-mkNS8