Скачать или смотреть BCC Webinar Series: The Future of Emergency Power

We had an insightful session in the July installment of Mazzetti's Bending the Climate Curve Learning Series, where we explored the future of emergency power through hydrogen fuel cells.

Key Highlights:

Introduction to Hydrogen Gas: Hydrogen is a clean energy source that does not produce carbon dioxide when consumed. However, there are some challenges associated with hydrogen, such as storage, transport, flammability, and sustainable production.
Hydrogen Fuel Cells: Hydrogen fuel cells convert hydrogen into electricity through a chemical reaction. The fuel cells produce electricity, water, and heat as byproducts. The advantages of hydrogen fuel cells include their ability to ramp up and down to match energy loads.
Case Study - Klickitat Valley Health: Klickitat Valley Health is the first hospital in the world to install a Toyota Kohler stationary hydrogen fuel cell. The project began as an upgrade to the hospital's electrical infrastructure and evolved into a pioneering clean energy initiative.
Technical Challenges: There are technical challenges of using hydrogen, such as storage and transportation, flammability, and production. Additionally, there is low energy density of stored hydrogen, may involve a lengthy refueling process, and the need for diligent leak detection due to hydrogen's flammability.
Current Hydrogen Policy: The hydrogen policy is currently dynamic and evolving. The hydrogen production credit included in the Inflation Reduction Act faces quick defunding, while fuel cells have a longer runway for funding, with the investment tax credit (ITC) requiring systems to be completed by 2028 to qualify for the 30% federal tax credit. Positive developments in code revisions are anticipated, but specifics are yet to be seen. Manufacturing and green hydrogen production have progressed in the U.S., though some companies are ceasing operations due to policy uncertainty.