Navigating the Role of Hydrogen in the UK's Net Zero Transition
Key Ideas
  • Hydrogen is seen as a potential complement to electrification in the UK's transition to net zero, providing energy where other alternatives may be limited.
  • Centrica and FTI Consulting have collaborated to develop a whole-systems approach to analyze the energy system, focusing on hydrogen's interaction with electricity and gas markets.
  • The study emphasizes the importance of hydrogen production from surplus wind energy and its conversion back to electricity to balance the system, highlighting the need for transport and storage infrastructure.
  • Policy recommendations include prioritizing hydrogen transport and storage capacity to facilitate a well-functioning hydrogen market in the UK.
The article discusses the role of hydrogen in the UK's transition to net zero and its potential to complement electrification in providing energy where other low-carbon alternatives may be limited. Centrica and FTI Consulting have collaborated to develop an analytical approach focusing on hydrogen's interaction with electricity and gas markets. The study highlights the significance of hydrogen production from surplus wind energy and its conversion back to electricity to balance the system during low wind periods. It emphasizes the need for sufficient hydrogen transport and storage capacity to facilitate a well-functioning hydrogen market. Policy recommendations include prioritizing the development of infrastructure to support a robust hydrogen market in the UK.
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