Investigation into the Use of Hydrogen Technology with a Wind Farm Constrained by the Grid

摘要

The risk of future power shortages makes it vital to maximize the potential of new and renewable forms of energy. Hydrogen storage can be used to increase the capacity factor of a wind farm which would otherwise be limited by grid constraints. A case study based on a Scottish island shows that this is technically feasible, but that it may be economically marginal unless costs reduce or prices improve.