Universal Hydrogen, Sojitz, Mitsubishi HC Capital, and a Japanese partner to develop a green hydrogen supply solution.
Here’s an article found in Green Car Congress that talks about Universal hydrogen’s green solution for Japanese airlines.
According to the article,
- Universal Hydrogen has partnered with three Japan-based companies to develop a green hydrogen supply and logistics solution for Japanese airlines.
- The collaboration aims to identify, evaluate, and qualify local hydrogen suppliers and partners for hydrogen production, hydrogen module filling, module delivery operations, and more.
Incorporating green hydrogen into aviation presents a promising pathway for decarbonizing the airline industry. Here are the main ways it contributes to this goal:
Zero Emissions During Flight
Green hydrogen, when used as a fuel, produces only water vapor as a byproduct, significantly reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional jet fuels. This is particularly important as the aviation sector accounted for approximately 2.4% of global CO2 emissions in 2022, with projections indicating that air travel could double by 2050. Utilizing hydrogen can help mitigate this growth in emissions.
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High Energy Density
Hydrogen has a specific energy-per-unit mass that is three times higher than traditional jet fuel, allowing for potentially longer flight ranges without the associated carbon emissions. This high energy density can enable aircraft to operate more efficiently, making long-distance flights more sustainable.
Potential for Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF)
Hydrogen can also be used to produce synthetic aviation fuels (SAF) through processes like the Fischer-Tropsch synthesis. This involves combining hydrogen with carbon sources to create longer-chain hydrocarbons that can be used as jet fuel. This approach allows for a transitional pathway to decarbonization while utilizing existing aircraft technology.
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