Journal of Engineering in Industrial Research

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Energy Crisis and the Path to Salvation: Hydrogen, the Driving Force of a Clean Future

Document Type : Original Research Article

Author

Andi Johnson

Department of Research and Development, UOP, Santiago, Chile

https://doi.org/10.48309/jeires.2025.513556.1183
Abstract
The increasing global demand for energy, the depletion of fossil fuel reserves, and the environmental consequences of their consumption have made the need for transformation in energy supply systems more urgent than ever. In this context, renewable energy sources have emerged as sustainable alternatives, yet each faces challenges such as dependence on climatic conditions, high infrastructure costs, and storage limitations. Among these options, hydrogen has garnered significant attention from researchers and policymakers due to its high energy density, zero harmful emissions, storage capability, and diverse production sources. This study examines the energy crisis, the limitations of renewable energy sources, and the unique properties of hydrogen, analyzing its significance as a modern energy carrier. Various hydrogen production methods, including gray, blue, and green hydrogen, explored, along with the challenges related to production, storage, and distribution. In addition, the role of hydrogen in industries, transportation, electricity generation, and renewable energy storage was evaluated. The results indicate that with advancements in production technologies and cost reductions, hydrogen could become a key component of a sustainable energy future. Achieving this goal requires investment in infrastructure development, improvements in storage and transportation technologies, and the implementation of effective supportive policies. If existing challenges addressed, hydrogen could play a crucial role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing energy security, and facilitating the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon energy system.

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Energy Crisis and the Path to Salvation: Hydrogen, the Driving Force of a Clean Future

Keywords

Energy crisis
Renewable energy
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Green hydrogen
Fuel cell
Hydrogen &lrm
storage
Energy transition

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Journal of Engineering in Industrial Research
Volume 6, Issue 4
Summer 2025
Pages 298-309

  • Receive Date 22 March 2025
  • Revise Date 18 April 2025
  • Accept Date 10 May 2025

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