Cost Analysis: Liquid Hydrogen Derivative Transport Cheaper than Hydrogen Gas
A study by Fraunhofer IEG and ISI reveals that pipeline transport of liquid hydrogen derivatives is significantly more cost-effective than transporting hydrogen gas. This finding is crucial for energy policy and infrastructure investment decisions, indicating a shift toward liquid derivatives like methanol for energy import strategies.
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Fraunhofer IEG and ISI's recent study indicates that transporting liquid hydrogen derivatives, such as methanol, via pipeline to Germany can be up to ten times cheaper than hydrogen gas transport. The study utilizes a route model from Trieste to Karlsruhe and introduces the HyTROM+ simulation model, which assesses pipeline transport costs by integrating geodata, physical properties, and economic metrics.
Results show transport costs of hydrogen gas at €3.9 and €11.4 per megawatt-hour, while liquid derivatives can be transported for only €0.4 to €1.9. This model aids policymakers and investors in evaluating import routes, potentially leading to strategic shifts in energy sourcing and infrastructure reuse.
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