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Green Hydrogen in Europe: Where Are We Now?

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: As global efforts to decarbonize intensify, hydrogen produced via renewable electricity has emerged as a pivotal energy vector for a sustainable industrial future. This commentary offers a critical analysis of the current state of the hydrogen economy within Europe, detailing the core principles, operational mechanisms, and industrial progress of four primary water electrolysis technologies: alkaline (ALK), proton exchange membrane (PEM), solid oxide (SOEC), and anion exchange membrane (AEM). Furthermore, it explores the significant socio-political challenges inherent in producing green hydrogen in non-EU nations for subsequent import into the European market.

Source: Hydrogen

DOI: 10.3390/hydrogen6040105

Authors: Maria Giovanna Buonomenna, Aliaksei Patonia

Institution: Oxford Institute for Energy Studies

Language: English

Topic: Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems

Subfield: Energy Engineering and Power Technology

Field: Energy

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,207