CO2 reduction options for high temperature industrial combustion

As governments around the world discuss the enforcement of decarbonization, the reduction of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions, many are looking at Hydrogen (H2) as a potential low carbon alternative fuel. While some countries are looking to promote the use of hydrogen for industrial heating by adding it at some percent volume to the natural gas supply, others are considering a total switch from fossil fuels to H2. How might these two approaches differ in terms of environmental impact, compatibility with existing technology, and cost? Are there other cost-effective ways to reduce CO2 emissions that are comparable to either of the above-mentioned approaches in terms of net reduction of carbon emissions? In this paper Bloom will review the different ways that H2 might be used in industrial heating processes and the various results, both environmental and economic. We will also evaluate other ways to minimize CO2 emissions, such as, optimizing processes to reduce fuel consumption and how those approaches might compare to the use of H2. Our focus will be on high temperature forced air applications and including findings from new research currently being conducted at our world headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA.