Hydrogen beyond the hype: The green fuel's narrow but crucial role in a decarbonized economy 

Hydrogen beyond the hype: The green fuel's narrow but crucial role in a decarbonized economy

Enthusiasm for green hydrogen may have faded amid high costs and supply issues – but it will be needed in sectors that cannot be easily electrified.

Steve Capanna, policy director, and Owen Zinaman, senior advisor with Crux Alliance, note that just a few years ago, green hydrogen looked set to become a central pillar of the global energy transition.

However, the realities of green hydrogen costs, exacerbated by high interest rates and supply chain constraints, have undermined these plans.

Green hydrogen will be needed in sectors that cannot be easily electrified

Author's summary: Green hydrogen has a crucial role in a decarbonized economy despite high costs and supply issues.

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