Contributors:

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  Dr. Kevin Hares
  
  
  
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This episode is a dive into the dynamic world of hydrogen and its pivotal role in the future of clean energy. Key topics covered include the challenges of intermittent renewable energy sources, the mechanics and benefits of hydrogen as an energy carrier, the hurdles in hydrogen production and infrastructure, and the promise of converting hydrogen into transportable compounds like ammonia and methanol. The episode also explores the potential for hydrogen to revolutionize various industries and offer energy independence.

00:23  The Intermittency Problem in Renewable Energy

02:29  Hydrogen: The Missing Link

05:29  Hydrogen’s Versatility and Challenges

08:46  Innovative Solutions for Hydrogen Transport

12:34  Future Prospects and Challenges

15:13  Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

Further reading:

• https://www.iea.org/reports/global-hydrogen-review-2024





• https://www.iea.org/reports/the-future-of-hydrogen





• https://www.nature.com/articles/s44359-025-00050-4

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