
Hydrogen Power Guide
Hydrogen is an abundant material. Because of this, it is now being used as an energy source to help boost low-emission targets and green power usage.
The construction industry heavily relies on generators, especially at the very start of a project during setup or in remote areas. High-power hydrogen generators are a cleaner, quieter, and greener alternative to traditional fuels such as diesel.
Using hydrogen can reduce electricity generation emissions. It has huge potential to decarbonise particularly emissions-heavy sectors, such as steel, construction, and fuel.
However, uptake has been slow; high costs, low availability, and a lack of support mean many aren't adapting to hydrogen or seeking to introduce it to their plans in the near future. So, now is an excellent time to get on board with hydrogen power early and as a market leader.
Addressing issues and worries and demonstrating why and how hydrogen can help you is part of Speedy's plan for a green future. Currently, most of the energy produced on construction sites is from diesel, which is high in emissions.
The construction industry is responsible for around 40% of the world's emissions, so decarbonising construction and built environment industries is essential for net zero.
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7 Facts about Hydrogen Power
- Hydrogen is abundant
Hydrogen is the most plentiful atom in the world and is also considered the simplest, with only one electron and one proton. Therefore, it is easy to come by and simple to break down, which is ideal when energy usage is only on the up.
- No emissions are produced
Hydrogen is colourless and odourless. No emissions are produced from using hydrogen at the point of use. Water vapour and heat are the only by-products of green hydrogen used in a fuel cell. This makes it a low-emission fuel safe for use on-site, where pollution and emissions must be kept to a minimum for both health and emissions targets.
This could be on hospital sites, near residential areas or schools, or in enclosed areas. It's also virtually silent, so it's better for use overnight and in busy areas.
- Hydrogen is essential for a net zero future
As the most abundant fuel type, which can still be adapted to suit our reliance in future, it will be essential to move towards hydrogen and similar to meet 2050 global targets.
Due to their emissions, we have to move away from other traditional fuels such as diesel. The sooner we do this, the more chance the planet has to recover, and the earlier you will be at the forefront of this newest fuel technology.
The Construction Leadership Council's Zero Diesel Sites Route Map sets out a straightforward course of action to see the number of diesel-powered construction vehicles and machines fall by 78% by 2035, which includes the adoption of sustainably produced hydrogen alongside biofuels and other cleaner fuels.
"The UK Climate Change Committee predicts that hydrogen will meet 20% to 35% of the UK's final energy demand by 2050."
- Grey, green & blue hydrogen are all different
Green hydrogen is the most sustainable type, produced through electrolysis, splitting water molecules (H₂O) into hydrogen (H₂) and oxygen (O₂). This can use electricity generated from renewable sources, such as wind, solar, or hydropower.
Blue hydrogen is produced from natural gas via steam reforming for water and carbon dioxide. To be called blue hydrogen, the carbon dioxide produced must be trapped and stored via Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS).
Grey hydrogen is generated from natural gas via steam reformation, relying on fossil fuels (natural gas) as a feedstock. The carbon dioxide by-product is emitted into the atmosphere.
So, green hydrogen must be used to be carbon neutral. The aim is to move from grey to blue to green in the near future.
- Hydrogen is an energy carrier
It can deliver or store a tremendous amount of energy. Three times as much per unit than conventional diesel, in fact. This means it can go further and supply a site for longer versus traditional fuel, on just one generators-worth of power.
- There's energy security
Its abundance and relatively low use now means hydrogen is the perfect material for futureproofing our energy supplies, not just for meeting low emissions targets.
Demand for hydrogen is set to double by 2030, thanks to the power, industrial, and transport sectors. And unlike other renewable sources such as wind and solar, it doesn't rely on weather. It can also be stored for later use, which is perfect if it needs to be moved around the site.
- Hydrogen fuel is versatile & adaptable
Hydrogen-powered machinery and equipment can be transported across construction sites without refuelling or setting up separate fuelling stations.
It is also used like diesel-powered equipment; no significant operational changes or training is required. Refuelling is just as quick as refuelling a traditional engine.
And, as one of our Solutions products, Speedy Hire can handle the entire setup and maintenance journey on your behalf…
Speedy Hydrogen Solutions
In partnership with AFC Energy, the H-Power Generator from Speedy uses fuel cells instead of converted combustion engines. It can replace traditional generators up to 100 kVa.
Speedy Hydrogen Solutions is a dedicated hydrogen-powered generator plant hire business aiming to transform the construction industry into a more environmentally conscious sector.
We've made a multi-million-pound investment into H-Power Generators and are prepared to go further as demand increases.
Our joint venture with AFC Energy means we can offer a full-service hire model. The generator equipment, site preparation, maintenance, refuelling, and technical support can all be provided through Speedy Hire as one point of contact.
So, why not become a market leader at the forefront of sustainable construction? Enquire about how Speedy can help your energy needs today.
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