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Sources of Hydrogen Fuel

"On the Source of Hydrogen Fuel"

Hydrogen fuel is the most important clean energy in this world. If you want to understand its use, first study its source. Its source is not the same, you can discuss it in detail.

First, the electrolysis of water is a major source of hydrogen fuel. Water is the softest in the world, but it can be divided into hydrogen and oxygen by electricity. Add electricity to water, so that water molecules crack and hydrogen escapes. This way also requires the power of electricity. If you get clean electricity, such as wind power, photovoltaics, hydropower, etc., it is very good. Although the method of water electrolysis can obtain high-purity hydrogen, the energy consumption is quite huge. If you want to use it widely, you must reduce energy consumption and increase efficiency.

Second, fossil fuel reforming is also one of the sources of hydrogen. Such as natural gas, the main component is methane. By reforming, methane and water vapor can chemically react with the help of catalysts to obtain hydrogen and carbon monoxide. Although this method can produce hydrogen, it is accompanied by greenhouse gases, which is deficient in environmental protection. If you want to use this source, you must use carbon capture and storage technology to reduce its harm to the environment.

Third, biomass hydrogen production should not be underestimated. Biomass, forest branches and leaves, agricultural straw, human and animal manure, etc. After fermentation, gasification and other methods, it can be converted into hydrogen. This source is renewable and can handle waste, killing two birds with one stone. However, the process is complicated, and the technology needs to be advanced. If you want to produce it on a large scale, it will take time to study.

All these sources have their own advantages and disadvantages. If you want to use hydrogen fuel widely, you should weigh its sources and seek technological progress to obtain clean, efficient and economical hydrogen, and benefit the world's energy transition and environmental improvement.