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No More Talk On The Future Of Hydrogen, Let’s Focus On What Works NOW!
Episode 408
Monday, 14 April, 2025
Tired of the hydrogen hype? So are we. In this episode of The Hydrogen Podcast, recorded after World Hydrogen North America, we’re putting the spotlight back on what’s feasible now—not what might work in 10 years.🎯 Main Focus: Let’s stop talking about hydrogen’s future. Let’s start using what works today.🔥 What’s Inside This Episode:🧪 1. Most Practical Hydrogen Production: SMR + CCSEfficient & scalable at 65-75%Produces hydrogen at $1.50–$2/kg (before credits)Near-zero NOx, SOx, and PM2.5 emissions$60–$70M profit for a 100-MW plant with 20,000 tons/year🛢️ 2. Storage That Works: TOL/MCH (LOHC)6.2 wt% H2 stored safely in liquid formNo need for cryogenics or compression$150–$200M for a 10,000-ton systemPerfect for regions without salt caverns or H2 pipelines🏭 3. Real-World Use Cases: Steel & AmmoniaSteel: Hydrogen DRI replaces coal, slashing CO2 by 90%Ammonia: 13M tons annually in U.S.—ready for blue hydrogen nowMarine fuel potential: zero NOx/SOx, 5M tons reduction possibleThese applications are already operating or in pilots📊 Feasible, Profitable, Scalable$6–$7B investment yields $800M in profits5,000 new jobs8M tons of emissions eliminated annuallyPotential to capture 60% of the $500B hydrogen market by 2030🧠 Why It Matters: While some push photocatalysis and gigawatt electrolysis, we need to scale what’s viable today: ✅ Blue Hydrogen ✅ LOHCs ✅ Steel & AmmoniaDon't let perfect be the enemy of progress.💬 “Let’s keep researching—but let’s deploy the tech that works now.” If you’re serious about building a real hydrogen economy, this episode is for you.📩 Got thoughts? Email us: info@thehydrogenpodcast.com 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe to support the mission of realistic, impactful hydrogen adoption.🎧 New episodes every week. Stay informed. Stay grounded. Stay ready.Support the show
