RGU collaborates on hydrogen energy project
Published by Emilie Grant,
Editorial Assistant
Global Hydrogen Review,
Robert Gordon University (RGU) and Sustainable Solutions IR Ltd, a green tech group company under energy rental firm Intervention Rentals UK Ltd, are working together on a new research project focusing on the development of hydrogen production from waste heat which could have major implications for the energy transition.
The research team will identify different sectors and regions in the UK and determine the suitability of harvesting waste heat. The team will then develop a predictive model to forecast the size of the hydrogen production system required based on the analysis of heat source mapping from industries such as food and drink, power generation, government infrastructure, and manufacturing. The mathematical model will be able to predict system performance and optimise operating conditions.
Professor Mamdud Hossain from RGU’s School of Computing, Engineering and Technology, said: “Transitioning to a hydrogen economy not only fosters a cleaner environment but also improves air quality, thus promoting better health and well-being. Hydrogen's zero-emission properties make it indispensable in achieving the net-zero targets set by the UK and Scottish Governments for 2050 and 2045, respectively.”
Alex Leddy, Managing Director for Sustainability Solutions IR Ltd, said: “The provision of truly green hydrogen is poised to become a cornerstone in global efforts toward climate action. It also aligns itself with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy and SDG 13 Climate Action.”
Phil Scott, Managing Director of Intervention Rentals, added: “Producing electricity and hydrogen from waste heat will revolutionise multiple sectors, including distributed power generation, transport, energy storage, and backup power. The scalability of this technology allows it to utilise diverse waste heat sources, further enhancing its economic and environmental viability.”
Part of the project is being funded through Interface’s Innovation Voucher Scheme with a Knowledge Transfer Partnership in place for the work with Sustainable Solution IR Ltd. The award of the Knowledge Transfer Partnership was based on one of the highest scoring applications and sees a 3-year collaboration to realise the process.
Read the article online at: https://www.globalhydrogenreview.com/hydrogen/24092024/rgu-collaborates-on-hydrogen-energy-project/
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