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Using the existing natural gas lines for hydrogen would be pretty disruptive. I don't think most things that burn natural gas will work properly on H2. So, you'
by fwip 2y ago
Using the existing natural gas lines for hydrogen would be pretty disruptive. I don't think most things that burn natural gas will work properly on H2. So, you're looking at a big-bang switchover, in which every appliance connected to the natural gas "grid" in the area will need replacing at the same time. In the Northeast at least, it's common for houses to use natural gas for heating, water-heating, and/or cooking.
- anon84873628 2y agoUsing the excess power to synthesize hydrocarbons using atmospheric CO2 sure would be nice.
- b112 2y agoUsing the existing natural gas lines for hydrogen would be pretty disruptive You missed the part about molecular filters. No such issue exists.
- fwip 2y agoMind linking a writeup of your idea? I'd like to learn more, but you seem busy.
- BlueTemplar 2y agoThe transition will probably be gradual, following the natural gas production that is expected to peak and then decline in the next decade(s). As these pipelines become empty, they could then be repurposed for H2 ?