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Liquid hydrogen derivatives like methanol can be transported via pipeline up to ten times cheaper in terms of energy content than gaseous hydrogen. This is shown by a case study from Fraunhofer IEG and Fraunhofer ISI. The simulation model HyTROM+ developed for this purpose aims to create planning security for import corridors.
The Asia-Pacific region has built up one of the world's largest hydrogen project pipelines. Yet according to a new report by the Energy Industries Council (EIC), only a fraction of these projects are making the leap from planning to implementation. Contract awards halved in 2025.
A research consortium led by the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (ISE) has launched an atlas for green hydrogen production in Germany. This online tool identifies suitable sites for electrolyzers, taking into account factors such as industrial demand, availability of renewable energy, and the utilization of by-products.
In Germany, approximately 62% of railway lines are electrified, while in the United States, the figure is less than 1%. For the remaining rail infrastructure, liquid hydrogen could serve as a climate-friendly fuel, according to a study by the SAG Group, a provider of cryogenic tank systems.
