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Domestic Hydrogen Production

Domestic hydrogen production refers to the process of producing hydrogen within a specific country or region rather than importing it from other countries. Hydrogen is a versatile and clean energy carrier that can be used in a variety of applications, including transportation, power generation, and industrial processes.

There are several methods of domestic hydrogen production, each with its advantages and challenges. The most common methods include steam methane reforming, electrolysis, and biomass gasification.

Steam Methane Reforming (SMR)

Steam methane reforming is the most widely used method for producing hydrogen. It involves reacting steam with natural gas (methane) in the presence of a catalyst to produce hydrogen and carbon dioxide. The process typically takes place in a high-temperature reformer and can be performed at industrial scale. SMR is cost-effective and efficient, but it generates greenhouse gas emissions due to the production of carbon dioxide.

Electrolysis

Electrolysis is a process that uses electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. It can be powered by renewable energy sources such as solar or wind, making it a sustainable option for hydrogen production. Electrolysis can be performed in two main ways: alkaline electrolysis and proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis. Alkaline electrolysis has been commercially available for many years and is relatively mature, while PEM electrolysis offers advantages such as quick start-up, high efficiency, and flexibility.

Biomass Gasification

Biomass gasification involves converting organic materials such as agricultural waste, forest residues, or dedicated energy crops into hydrogen-rich gas through a thermochemical process. The gas can then be further processed to purify and separate hydrogen. Biomass gasification offers the potential to produce hydrogen from renewable and carbon-neutral feedstocks, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and dependence on fossil fuels.

In addition to these methods, there are ongoing research and development efforts to explore alternative pathways for hydrogen production, such as photoelectrochemical and biological processes.

Benefits and Challenges

Domestic hydrogen production has several benefits. It promotes energy independence by reducing reliance on imported fuels and enables countries to utilize their own domestic energy resources. It also reduces carbon emissions when coupled with renewable energy sources, helping to mitigate climate change and improve air quality.

However, there are challenges associated with domestic hydrogen production. The current infrastructure and distribution network for hydrogen are limited, requiring significant investments to build a comprehensive hydrogen supply chain. The costs of hydrogen production, particularly from electrolysis and biomass gasification, are higher compared to conventional fossil fuels. Further advancements in technology and economies of scale are needed to make domestic hydrogen production competitive in the market.

Overall, domestic hydrogen production plays a crucial role in transitioning towards a more sustainable and low-carbon energy system. It offers opportunities for countries to diversify their energy sources, reduce emissions, and contribute to a cleaner future.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global hydrogen market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 20111150 - Hydrogen

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Dow, Linde, Cummins, Air Products & Chemicals, Ballard Power Systems, Ceres Power, Air Liquide, NES Fircroft, Cleantech Group, China Hydrogen Alliance, Sinopec, China Hydrogen Energy Technology Co., Rosatom, Rosneft, Gazprom, Gazpromneft, Rostec, Reliance Industries Ltd, GAIL, NTPC, Indian Oil Corp, Larsen and Toubro, Bloom Energy Corp, Nikola Corporation

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023