Unlocking the potential of green hydrogen: Insights for climate philanthropy
Unlocking the potential of green hydrogen: Insights for climate philanthropy
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Green hydrogen could represent a key component of the pathway toward a sustainable and low-carbon future.
It can help drive decarbonization across multiple sectors while unlocking new opportunities for clean energy innovation and development. Amid recent momentum, more nuanced perspectives are emerging that acknowledge the broader range of benefits and challenges associated with green hydrogen.
Commissioned by ClimateWorks Foundation and co-published with Enerdata, this synthesis report explores the role of green hydrogen in navigating the transition to a sustainable energy landscape. The report also provides an overview of opportunities for philanthropic engagement — from supporting foundational research to advancing justice and equity considerations related to green hydrogen.
Report highlights
- Overview of production pathways and technological maturity across the full hydrogen value chain
- Regional and subnational considerations for green hydrogen
- Hydrogen production, the demand for raw materials, and intersections with trade and minerals for the energy transition
- Green hydrogen’s potential as an energy storage medium
- The intersection of green hydrogen with additional sectors like food systems
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