International Microalgae and Biofuels workshop: FUTURE HYDROGEN USES FOR MOBILITY AND THE NEEF FOR GREEN PRODUCTION ROUTES

Abstract

In consideration of political targets for greenhouse gas emission reductions for the future, it is inevitable to look at how cars can contribute to CO2 reductions in a sustainable way. A rethinking of vehicle technolohgy is needed in the future. Hydrogen as alternative energy carrier provides several advantages when used for vehicle propulsion. The work presented aims at examining the use of hydrogen for mobility . We describe the roll of hydrogen as alternative fuel, the most promising strage technologies ant the environmental performances of hydrogen in comparison to other fuels. As the variety of vehicle concepts and energy carriers will increase, the examination of the whole production chains is necessary in order to evaluate the benefits of each technology. Fuel cells and hydrogen are a promissing option on the way to a more sustainable transport.