Hydrogen Technologies in Decarbonizing Industries and Energy Systems

Comprehensive examination of green hydrogen’s transformative potential in reducing carbon emissions across various sectors

Hydrogen Technologies in Decarbonizing Industries and Energy Systems is a thorough discussion of green hydrogen’s transformative potential in reducing carbon emissions across various sectors, covering technological, managerial, and policy aspects. Practical insights are provided through detailed case studies and real-world examples to ensure concepts are relatable and practicable.

The book begins by introducing the fundamentals of green hydrogen, tracing its historical development, and explaining its critical role in global decarbonization efforts. It then delves into the latest technological innovations, such as advancements in electrolysis, storage, transportation, and integration with renewable energy sources. Discussion on industrial applications highlights how green hydrogen can decarbonize heavy industries like steel, cement, and chemicals, and explains its use in transportation and power generation. From a management perspective, the book explores strategic planning for adopting green hydrogen, operational changes, supply chain management, workforce development, and risk management.

The book also includes information on:

• The current policy and regulatory landscape, identifying challenges and offering recommendations to promote green hydrogen adoption
• Cost-benefit aspects of green hydrogen projects, investment trends, and the global economic impact of this technology
• Environmental and social impacts of green hydrogen, including job creation and community effects
• Energy conservation and demand response, covering smart thermostats and peak load management
• Thermochemical water splitting, covering splitting cycles, reaction materials and catalysts, process engineering and reactor design and energy input and efficiency

Hydrogen Technologies in Decarbonizing Industries and Energy Systems empowers industry professionals, policymakers, and researchers and academics to contribute to the decarbonization of industries and energy systems, fostering a sustainable future for all.

Vikas Khare, PhD, is an Associate Dean, School of Technology, Management and Engineering, NMIMS, Indore, India. He is also Certified Energy Manager under the Bureau of Energy Efficiency India.

Sanjeet K. Dwivedi, PhD from IIT Delhi and M.E. from IIT Roorkee (Gold Medal), is a seasoned power electronics expert with over a decade of experience at Danfoss Global R&D and Everfuel A/S as a Technology Manager. He is currently serving as a Senior Consultant at Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy A/S, Denmark.

Monica Bhatia, PhD, is a faculty member at the School of Business Management, NMIMS, India. She is also consultant and Motivational Speaker.

K. K. Pant, received his PhD (Chemical Engineering) degree from the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur in 1997. He took over as the Director of the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee on October 12, 2022.