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True in the developed world. However, there are quite a few existing Diesel engines in the developing world where the grid isn’t as sorted. Now, I don’t know
by Hnrobert42 4y ago
True in the developed world.
However, there are quite a few existing Diesel engines in the developing world where the grid isn’t as sorted.
Now, I don’t know if hydrogen distribution would be a bigger challenge than just solving electrical distribution. But it does seem like this is a technology that could have some purpose. I mean, what about retrofitting diesel backup generators?
- kube-system 4y agoHydrogen is more difficult to transport than electricity, by far.
- _hypx 4y agoHydrogen is easier to transport than electricity because it can be pipelined and stored in tanks/caverns.
- kube-system 4y agoSo can CNG, which is where most hydrogen comes from anyway. Just cut out the middle step and do a CNG conversion. They’re mature, less likely to leak, and don’t attack metals.
- _hypx 4y agoThe point is to make it from electrolysis of water.