Technoeconomic assessment of clean energy technologies

Electricity-based hydrogen production system configuration (Bracci et al, 2023).

Technoeconomic analysis of clean energy technologies is vital for understanding the feasibility, costs, and potential impact of various solutions in the transition to a low-carbon economy. The EAO research group has conducted several key projects in this area, including investigations into hydrogen production pathways, carbon capture and storage (CCS) systems, and biomethane production and integration strategies.

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