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Decarbonization in Shipping Industry: A Review of Research, Technology Development, and Innovation Proposals
Apr 2021
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This review paper examines the possible pathways and possible technologies available that will help the shipping sector achieve the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) deep decarbonization targets by 2050. There has been increased interest from important stakeholders regarding deep decarbonization evidenced by market surveys conducted by Shell and Deloitte. However deep decarbonization will require financial incentives and policies at an int Read More
A Review of the Latest Trends in the Use of Green Ammonia as an Energy Carrier in Maritime Industry
Feb 2022
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This review paper examines the key barriers to using green ammonia as an alternative fuel in maritime industry. A literature survey is performed based on research articles and grey literature with the aim of discussing the technoeconomic problems with and benefits of ammonia and the relevant technologies. The limitations of ammonia as a maritime fuel and its supply chain the expected percentage demand by 2030 and 2050 its economic performanc Read More
Recent Research Progress in Hybrid Photovoltaic–Regenerative Hydrogen Fuel Cell Microgrid Systems
May 2022
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Hybrid photovoltaic–regenerative hydrogen fuel cell (PV-RHFC) microgrid systems are considered to have a high future potential in the effort to increase the renewable energy share in the form of solar PV technology with hydrogen generation storage and reutilization. The current study provides a comprehensive review of the recent research progress of hybrid PV-RHFC microgrid systems to extract conclusions on their characteristics and future prospects. Read More
Pulsed-Supplied Water Electrolysis via Two-Switch Converter for PV Capacity Firming
Mar 2022
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Hydrogen constitutes the only carbon-free fuel that can be used for energy conversion producing water as the only by-product. With water being one of the most abundant and inexhaustible raw materials in the world and the required electricity input being provided by renewable resources the produced hydrogen via water electrolysis constitutes a green pathway towards sustainability. In this work a hybrid PV power-to-hydrogen storage and fuel cell system i Read More
Can Africa Serve Europe with Hydrogen Energy from Its Renewables?—Assessing the Economics of Shipping Hydrogen and Hydrogen Carriers to Europe from Different Parts of the Continent
Apr 2023
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There exists no single optimal way for transporting hydrogen and other hydrogen carriers from one port to the other globally. Its delivery depends on several factors such as the quantity distance economics and the availability of the required infrastructure for its transportation. Europe has a strategy to invest in the production of green hydrogen in Africa to meet its needs. This study assessed the economic viability of shipping liquefied hydrogen (LH2 ) and hyd Read More
A Thorough Emission-Cost Analysis of the Gradual Replacement of Carbon-Rich Fuels with Carbon-Free Energy Carriers in Modern Power Plants: The Case of Cyprus
Aug 2022
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Global efforts towards de-carbonization give rise to remarkable energy challenges which include renewable energy penetration increase and intermediate energy carriers for a sustainable transition. In order to reduce the dependence on fossil fuels alternative sources are considered by commodities to satisfy their increasing electricity demand as a consequence of a rise in population and the quantity of residential appliances in forthcoming years. The n Read More
A Holistic Framework for the Optimal Design and Operation of Electricity, Heating, Cooling and Hydrogen Technologies in Buildings
Jun 2024
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In this work the Design and Operation of Integrated Technologies (DO-IT) framework is developed a comprehensive tool to support short- and long-term technology investment and operation decisions for integrated energy generation conversion and storage technologies in buildings. The novelty of this framework lies in two key aspects: firstly it integrates essential open-source modelling tools covering energy end uses in buildings technology perf Read More
Methanol, a Plugin Marine Fuel for Green House Gas Reduction—A Review
Jan 2024
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The escalating global demand for goods transport via shipping has heightened energy consumption impacting worldwide health and the environment. To mitigate this international organizations aim to achieve complete fuel desulphurization and decarbonization by 50% by 2050. Investigating eco-friendly fuels is crucial particularly those with a reduced carbon and zero sulfur content. Methanol derived mainly from renewable sources and produced by carbo Read More
The Effect of Hydrogen Addition on the Pollutant Emissions of a Marine Internal Combustion Engine Genset
Sep 2022
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Hydrogen as a maritime fuel is one of the solutions that will assist the shipping sector in addressing the challenges regarding decarbonization taking into consideration the targets set for 2030 and 2050. The extensive utilization of hydrogen requires massive production of green hydrogen and the development of proper infrastructure to support a sustainable supply chain. An alternative solution is based on the on-board production of hydrogen where pro Read More
A Review on Experimental Studies Investigating the Effect of Hydrogen Supplementation in CI Diesel Engines—The Case of HYMAR
Aug 2022
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Hydrogen supplementation in diesel Compression Ignition (CI) engines is gaining more attention since it is considered as a feasible solution to tackle the challenges that are related to the emission regulations that will be applied in the forthcoming years. Such a solution is very attractive because it requires only limited modifications to the existing technology of internal combustion CI engines. To this end numerous work on the investigation of an engine’s p Read More
Hydrogen Production Technologies: Current State and Future Developments
Mar 2013
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Hydrogen (H2) is currently used mainly in the chemical industry for the production of ammonia and methanol. Nevertheless in the near future hydrogen is expected to become a significant fuel that will largely contribute to the quality of atmospheric air. Hydrogen as a chemical element (H) is the most widespread one on the earth and as molecular dihydrogen (H2) can be obtained from a number of sources both renewable and nonrenewable by Read More
Comprehensive Overview of Recent Research and Industrial Advancements in Nuclear Hydrogen Production
Jun 2024
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As new sources of energy and advanced technologies are used there is a continuous evolution in energy supply demand and distribution. Advanced nuclear reactors and clean hydrogen have the opportunity to scale together and diversify the hydrogen production market away from fossil fuel-based production. Nevertheless the technical uncertainties surrounding nuclear hydrogen processes necessitate thorough research and a solid development effort. T Read More
Hydrogen Revolution in Europe: Bibliometric Review of Industrial Hydrogen Applications for a Sustainable Future
Jul 2024
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Industrial applications of hydrogen are key to the transition towards a sustainable lowcarbon economy. Hydrogen has the potential to decarbonize industrial sectors that currently rely heavily on fossil fuels. Hydrogen with its unique and versatile properties has several in-industrial applications that are fundamental for sustainability and energy efficiency such as the following: (i) chemical industry; (ii) metallurgical sector; (iii) transport; (iv) energy sector; and (v Read More
Advancing the Affordable and Clean Energy in Large Energy-consuming Economies: The Role of Green Transition, Complexity-based, and Geostrategy Policy
Aug 2023
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With decreasing costs of the clean technologies the balanced scales of the Sustainable Development Goal 7 targets e.g. energy equity (EE) energy security (ES) and environmental sustainability (EVS) are quickly changing. This fundamental balancing process is a key requirement for a net-zero future. Accordingly this research analyzes the regime-switching effect of Hydrogen economy as the green transition sharing economy and economic complexity as th Read More
Hydrogen Valley in Cyprus: Insights and Strategies for Citizen Engagement
Jan 2025
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: In remote areas or islands like Cyprus the isolated energy system high energy consumption in the transport sector and projected excess electricity production from solar sources create favourable conditions for establishing a hydrogen valley. But even after addressing technological managerial economic and financial challenges the success of a hydrogen valley hinges on the acceptance and engagement of the local population. The role of citizens is Read More
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