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Hydrogen as an energy mediumCoal, though abundant in certain geographical locations of the USA poses environmental problems associated with its mining and combustion. Also, nuclear fission energy appears to have problems regarding safety and radioactive waste disposal that are as yet unresolved. The paper discusses hydrogen use and market projection along with energy sources for hydrogen production. Particular attention is given to hydrogen production technology as related to electrolysis and thermochemical water decomposition. Economics of hydrogen will ultimately be determined by the price and availability of future energy carriers such as electricity and synthetic natural gas. Thermochemical methods of hydrogen production appear to offer promise largely in the efficiency of energy conversion and in capital costs over electrolytic methods.
Document ID
19760063511
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Proceedings
Authors
Cox, K. E.
(New Mexico, University Albuquerque, N. Mex., United States)
Date Acquired
August 8, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1976
Subject Category
Energy Production And Conversion
Meeting Information
Meeting: Effect of hydrogen on behavior of materials
Location: Moran, WY
Start Date: September 7, 1975
End Date: September 11, 1975
Accession Number
76A46477
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
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