Solar and wind energy storage and hydrogen production

What is solar/wind hydrogen production system?

Principal of solar/wind hydrogen production systems. Moreover, wind energy has been used to power the electrolysis (wind/H 2) unit by providing electricity using an AC/DC converter. Wind energy can be available 24 h and not only during daylight as with solar energy, but wind is an unstable energy source due to its nature.

How can solar and wind energy be used for hydrogen production?

This helps determine the optimal combination of solar panel capacity, electrolyzer size, and energy storage to enhance hydrogen production and overall efficiency. Additionally, intelligent energy management strategies can be developed using ML techniques to optimize solar and wind energy usage for hydrogen production.

How does weather affect the production of hydrogen from solar and wind energy?

Hydrogen production from solar and wind energy depends on the weather conditions, which affect the produced electricity due to the variation of solar irradiation and to the instability of wind speed. So, all the results mentioned in this work are related to a specific site and to a given green energy source used.

How can hydrogen be produced sustainably?

Furthermore, hydrogen can be stored in compressed, liquefied, or chemically bonded forms, providing a versatile means of energy storage and transport. One of the most promising avenues for producing hydrogen sustainably is through solar hydrogen production, which directly or indirectly uses solar energy to split water into hydrogen and oxygen.

How do solar panels produce hydrogen?

PV panels produce electricity to power the electrolysis system, which allows the extraction of oxygen (O 2) and hydrogen (H 2) gases from water. Many research works have elaborated on the performance and cost of hydrogen production using green energy sources such as solar and wind energy.

Is wind-solar hybrid hydrogen production effective?

Results and discussion Wind-solar hybrid hydrogen production is an effective approach of green hydrogen production, and also contributes to increased utilization efficiency of wind and solar energy. However, the fluctuating solar and wind power leads to the decrease of the electrolyzer lifespan and increase of the hydrogen production cost.