CARTIF projects

HYDRA

Hydrogen economy benefits and risks: tools development and policies implementation to mitigate possible climate impacts

Description

HYDRA focuses on understanding and addressing the potential impact of widespread hydrogen use on climate, environment and society. The project assesses a scenario of high hydrogen penetration in the energy mix, considering current policies and different hydrogen technologies. It considers the consumption of resources in its deployment (water, land, etc.), as well as possible leakage to the atmosphere and its possible contribution to climate change. Monitoring systems are also developed to detect and quantify these leaks. Finally, guidelines will be provided to policy makers to mitigate risks and guide towards sustainable hydrogen penetration.

 

Objectives

  • Analyse climate change projections and (socio-economic-environmental) impacts of a high hydrogen penetration scenario in an integrated manner.
  • Identify benefits, risks and possible mitigation actions.
  • Develop guidelines and directives to guide decision and policy makers.
  • Develop new technological tools (sensors and remote control infrastructure) to prevent leakage and ensure safety.

Actions

  • Scientific coordination.
  • Analysis of policies, directives and incentive schemes related to hydrogen penetration at European and global level.
  • Improvement of an Integrated Assessment Model (IAM). Especially its energy, environmental and climate modules.
  • Modelling and simulation of climate, environmental (land use, water, etc.) and socio-economic impacts of a high hydrogen penetration scenario.
  • Development of policy briefs and guidelines for a sustainable development of a hydrogen-based economy.

Expected Results

  • General framework, description and classification of hydrogen policies (catalogue).
  • Updated IAM model (improved WILIAM) including developments made in the HYDRA project.
  • Integrated risks and mitigation actions for the large-scale hydrogen economy.
  • Policy briefs and guidelines for a sustainable development of the hydrogen economy.

R&D Line

  • Research and development of integrated assessment models (IAM) to support the definition of climate change and energy transition policies.

Partners

Horizon Europe

101137758

Total Budget: 3,847,500€

CARTIF Budget: 469,250€

CARTIF Fudning: 469,250€

Duration: 01/11/2023 – 31/10/2027

Responsible

Noelia Ferreras

Energy Division
noefer@cartif.es

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