In recent years, the search for sustainable and clean alternatives to reduce dependence on fossil fuels has led to the development and expansion of green hydrogen as a promising energy source.
Hydrogen has begun to gain prominence as countries and industries have started to look for cleaner forms of energy. In the marine sector, hydrogen presents itself as a promising solution to achieve a transition to a cleaner and more sustainable marine sector.
How can green hydrogen be applied in the marine sector?
- Green hydrogen can be used as a fuel to power marine vessels, drastically reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving air quality in ports and coastal areas. This is especially relevant for passenger ships, ferries and pleasure craft.
- – It can also play a key role in the storage of energy produced by offshore wind farms. During periods of high wind energy production, excess energy can be used to produce hydrogen through electrolysis. This allows for greater flexibility in the integration of renewable energy and contributes to greater stability in the electricity grid.
- On the other hand, hydrogen can be used in offshore oil and gas extraction processes. The use of hydrogen in combination with carbon capture and storage (CCS) techniques could help reduce the CO2 emissions associated with these activities.
This vector offers a wide range of applications in the marine sector ranging from ship propulsion to electricity generation on oil and gas extraction platforms.
Finally, the use of green hydrogen in the marine sector offers significant benefits:
- It contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, helping to combat climate change and preserve marine ecosystems.
- It allows for greater energy independence and reduced dependence on fossil fuels.
- It has the potential to generate new economic opportunities as well as create new jobs in the marine industry and in the renewable energy sector.
In conclusion, if green hydrogen is widely adopted in the marine sector, we will be one step closer to a sustainable and environmentally friendly future.
