Hydrogen at home — It's the end of solar and wind power

 Hydrogen at home — It's the end of solar and wind power
 

      Statement "1000 pounds" per day of hydrogen at home — It's the end of solar and wind power in the world" is not accurate.

    While hydrogen can be produced from renewable energy sources like solar and wind power, it's not a replacement for those sources themselves. Hydrogen production via electrolysis, using renewable electricity, is a promising avenue for decarbonization, but it doesn't negate the need for solar and wind power as direct energy sources. 
Cause behind its is as under.

Hydrogen as an Energy Carrier:-
    Hydrogen is an energy carrier, meaning it stores energy produced elsewhere (like from solar or wind) and can be used to power fuel cells or for other applications. 

Electrolysis:-
    A key method of producing "green" hydrogen involves using electricity from renewable sources (like solar and wind) to split water into hydrogen and oxygen through a process called electrolysis. 

Not a Replacement:-
    While this process is crucial for decarbonizing various sectors, it doesn't eliminate the need for solar and wind power generation itself. Solar and wind are still vital for directly powering homes, businesses, and industries. 

Efficiency Considerations:-
    Electrolysis is not perfectly efficient, meaning some energy is lost in the process. Therefore, it's more efficient to use solar and wind power directly where possible. 

Hydrogen Production Scale:-
      Producing 1000 pounds of hydrogen per day at home is a significant amount, requiring a substantial amount of renewable energy input. 

Intermittency of Renewables:-
    Solar and wind power are intermittent, meaning they are not always available due to weather conditions. Hydrogen storage can help address this intermittency by storing excess energy generated when the sun is shining or the wind is blowing, and releasing it when needed. 

Global Energy Transition:-
    The global energy transition involves a combination of direct use of renewable energy (like solar and wind), the development of green hydrogen, and other technologies like energy storage. 

    In conclusion, while hydrogen production from renewable energy sources is important for decarbonization,
 it doesn't signal the end of solar and wind power. 
They remain crucial components of a sustainable energy future. 

MJF Lion ER YK Sharma 

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