Types of Hydrogens (H2)
Being the most plentiful, lightest, and first element in the periodic table, hydrogen is gaining popularity as a clean energy source for a sustainable future. Hydrogen is classified into different types based on the production methods. Green Hydrogen Ø Green hydrogen is generated by electrolyzing water utilizing clean power produced by renewable energy sources like solar or wind. Ø Water is broken down by an electrochemical reaction into its component elements, hydrogen and oxygen, with no carbon dioxide being produced. Ø Because green hydrogen makes up a relatively small portion of all hydrogen produced, its generation costs are significant. Cost of the green hydrogen is 3.5-5.5USD/Kg H2 2. Blue Hydrogen Ø Using a process named steam reforming, which involves mixing natural gas with heated water to create steam, blue hydrogen is created from natural gas. Ø Although hydrogen is formed as a result, carbon dioxide is also created as a byprodu