Topic: Renewable Energy Carriers research group: focus areas and plans
Speaker: Saleh Mohammadi, Lector Renewable Energy Carriers – MNEXT
Description:
In 2023, more renewable energy was generated than ever before. At the same time, the challenge of maintaining this momentum has never been more critical, as we navigate through the energy transition. To achieve a CO2-neutral energy supply by 2050 and stabilize atmospheric CO2 levels at 350 ppm, we need a massive 30 TW of renewable energy worldwide—equivalent to the output of around 30,000 standard power plants, each with a 1 GW capacity.
During this Lunch & Learn, Saleh Mohammadi, Professor of the Renewable Energy Carriers research group at MNEXT, will delve into the crucial role of energy carriers in this transition. As electricity becomes more central to heating, transportation, and industrial processes, it faces significant challenges, particularly in high-temperature applications. Renewable Energy Carriers’ research will focus on exploring alternative energy carriers like hydrogen, ammonia, and synthetic fuels. Special emphasis will be placed on green hydrogen production through electrolysis and advancements in PEM (Proton Exchange Membrane) technology, both vital for integrating renewable energy into the grid effectively.
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