Analysis of the yield and production cost of large-scale electrolytic hydrogen from different solar technologies and under several Moroccan climate zones

Touili, Samir; Merrouni, Ahmed Alami; Hassouani, Y. El; Amrani, Abdel-illah; Rachidi, Samir

doi:10.1016/j.ijhydene.2020.07.118

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“…To compare the subject of this paper to other green hydrogen applications, two articles regarding hydrogen production using solar energy were analyzed. The first considers various locations in Morocco [49], with different types of Photovoltaic (PV) panel installations, from fixed to two-axis tracking, and a CSP installation. Even though fixed PV panels produced the lowest LCOH of 4.74 €/kg, a better balance was achieved using one-axis tracking, which produced 30% more hydrogen and a small LCOH increase to 4.88 €/kg.…”

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Hydrogen Production from Offshore Wind Parks: Current Situation and Future Perspectives

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Castro

2021

Applied Sciences

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With the increase in renewable energy connected to the grid, new challenges arise due to its variable supply of power. Therefore, it is crucial to develop new methods of storing energy. Hydrogen can fulfil the role of energy storage and even act as an energy carrier, since it has a much higher energetic density than batteries and can be easily stored. Considering that the offshore wind sector is facing significant growth and technical advances, hydrogen has the potential to be combined with offshore wind energy to aid in overcoming disadvantages such as the high installation cost of electrical transmission systems and transmission losses. This paper aims to outline and discuss the main features of the integration of hydrogen solutions in offshore wind power and to offer a literature review of the current state of hydrogen production from offshore wind. The paper provides a summary of the technologies involved in hydrogen production along with an analysis of two possible hydrogen producing systems from offshore wind energy. The analysis covers the system components, including hydrogen storage, the system configuration (i.e., offshore vs. onshore electrolyzer), and the potential uses of hydrogen, e.g., Power to Mobility, Power to Power, and Power to Gas.

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Hydrogen Production from Offshore Wind Parks: Current Situation and Future Perspectives

Calado

Castro

2021

Applied Sciences

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“…For example, Merrouini et al [19] discussed the possibility of large-scale photovoltaic (PV) power plant installation in the Eastern region of Morocco, and compared their results to a PV installation located in southern Spain. Touli et al [20] analyzed green hydrogen production under different Moroccan climate conditions and from different solar energy systems, benchmarking these results against the ones from Almeria (Spain). In fact, Ezzine et al [21] affirmed that Morocco is basicly characterized by a Mediterranean climate with hot and dry summers and mild and relatively wet winters.…”

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Analysis and Comparison of Energy Efficiency Code Requirements for Buildings: A Morocco–Spain Case Study

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The trend in energy consumption, with a particular focus on heating and cooling demand, is an issue that is relevant to the promotion of new energy policies and more efficient energy systems. Moreover, heating and cooling energy demand is expected to rise in the next several decades, mainly due to climate change as well as increasing incomes in developing countries. In this context, the building sector is currently a relevant energy-intensive economic sector in Morocco; it accounts for 33% of the country’s total energy demand (as the sector with the second highest energy demand, after the transport sector), with the residential sector accounting for 25% and the tertiary sector accounting for 8%. Aiming to reduce energy dependence and promote sustainable development, the Moroccan government recently issued a comprehensive plan to increase the share of renewables and improve energy efficiency. This strategy includes novel thermal building regulations promoted by the Moroccan Agency for Energy Efficiency. This paper analyzes the thermal behavior and heating-cooling energy demand of a residential building located in Tangier (Morocco) as a case example, based on the country’s new thermal regulations and considering specific climatological conditions. A comparison with common Moroccan residential buildings as well as with those in nearby countries with similar meteorological conditions but significant differences in terms of energy demand regulation and requirements, such as Spain, is also included. Simulations were carried out using the DesingBuilder and EnergyPlus Software packages. According to the results, the last building thermal regulation requirements in Morocco need to be revised and extended in order to achieve the energy efficiency objectives established by the Moroccan government for 2030.

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“…For instance, under the Moroccan climate, LCOH ranged from 4.64 to 5.79 $/kg when the electricity cost from PV panels was 0.077-0.099 $/kWh (Touili et al 2018). Hence, a study compared fixed PV, PV with a tracking system, and a Stirling dish for H 2 production in some regions (Touili et al 2020). Their results confirmed that while the LCOH during fixed PV was the lowest, reaching up to 5.8 $/kg, the Stirling dish/H 2 had the highest efficiency.…”

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A review of water electrolysis–based systems for hydrogen production using hybrid/solar/wind energy systems

Nasser

Megahed

Hassan

2022

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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Hydrogen energy, as clean and efficient energy, is considered significant support for the construction of a sustainable society in the face of global climate change and the looming energy revolution. Hydrogen is one of the most important chemical substances on earth and can be obtained through various techniques using renewable and nonrenewable energy sources. However, the necessity for a gradual transition to renewable energy sources significantly hampers efforts to identify and implement green hydrogen production paths. Therefore, this paper’s objective is to provide a technological review of the systems of hydrogen production from solar and wind energy utilizing several types of water electrolyzers. The current paper starts with a short brief about the different production techniques. A detailed comparison between water electrolyzer types and a complete illustration of hydrogen production techniques using solar and wind are presented with examples, after which an economic assessment of green hydrogen production by comparing the costs of the discussed renewable sources with other production methods. Finally, the challenges that face the mentioned production methods are illuminated in the current review.

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Analysis of the yield and production cost of large-scale electrolytic hydrogen from different solar technologies and under several Moroccan climate zones

Cited by 79 publications

References 70 publications

Hydrogen Production from Offshore Wind Parks: Current Situation and Future Perspectives

Hydrogen Production from Offshore Wind Parks: Current Situation and Future Perspectives

Analysis and Comparison of Energy Efficiency Code Requirements for Buildings: A Morocco–Spain Case Study

A review of water electrolysis–based systems for hydrogen production using hybrid/solar/wind energy systems

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