Webinar: Analysis of Electrolytic Hydrogen Technologies with a Comparative Perspective on Low-Carbon (CCS-Abated) Hydrogen Pathways

IEAGHG is pleased to host this webinar to present the findings from the IEAGHG study ‘Analysis of Electrolytic Hydrogen Technologies with a Comparative Perspective on Low-Carbon (CCS-Abated) Hydrogen Pathways’ conducted by ERM on the technical, economic, and environmental performance of various electrolytic hydrogen production pathways, and to compared against fossil-based hydrogen production routes with carbon capture and storage (CCS).

The study provides a comprehensive evaluation of four key electrolyser technologies:

• Alkaline Electrolysers (AEL)
• Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM)
• Solid Oxide Electrolyser Cells (SOEC)
• Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) Electrolyser

These technologies were analysed under three distinct operating scenarios:

• Scenario 1 – Grid-Connected: Electrolysers operate exclusively to grid electricity.
• Scenario 2 – Load-Following with renewable energy:
• Scenario 3: Excess wind power, which would otherwise be curtailed due to grid limitations or low demand, is redirected for hydrogen production.

The study compares these electrolytic pathways with a comparative perspective with low-carbon (CCS-abated) hydrogen production routes, providing insights.

Agenda

15:00 – 15:10: Welcome and Opening Remarks

Abdul’Aziz Aliyu, Technology Analyst – IEAGHG

15:10 – 15:35: Presentation of Study Findings

Dr Tom Houghton, Partner – ERM

Jonathan Long, Senior Consultant – ERM

15:35 – 15:55: Q&A Session

Moderated by Abdul’Aziz Aliyu

15:55 – 16:00: Closing Remarks and Next Steps

Abdul’Aziz Aliyu