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A special issue of Energies (ISSN 1996-1073). This special issue belongs to the section "A5: Hydrogen Energy".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 August 2026 | Viewed by 2534

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School of Safety Science and Engineering (School of Emergency Management), Nanjing University of Science and Technology, Nanjing, China
Interests: safety of hydrogen energy; hydrogen energy production
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Dear Colleagues,

Green hydrogen energy production represents a transformative step towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future regarding energy use. The significance of green hydrogen lies in its potential to decarbonize various industries, from transportation to power generation. Unlike fossil fuel-derived hydrogen, green hydrogen offers a clean and renewable alternative. It can be stored and transported efficiently, enabling its use as a backup energy source or as a fuel for hydrogen-powered vehicles.

The production of green hydrogen also contributes to the growth of renewable energy infrastructure. As more renewable energy sources are deployed to generate electricity for electrolysis, the overall dependency on fossil fuels decreases. This transition not only reduces carbon emissions but also promotes energy security and resilience.

This Special Issue aims to present and disseminate the most recent advances related to the theory, design, modeling, application, policy, and security aspects of green hydrogen energy production. Topics of interest for publication include the following:

Electrolysis technologies;
Renewable energy integration;
Development of novel electrode materials and catalysts;
Engineering challenges in reactor design, process optimization, and system integration;
Safe and efficient storage and transportation;
Environmental impact and sustainability;
Policies and economics;
Industrial applications;
Security in green hydrogen energy production.

Dr. Bin Li
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green hydrogen energy
electrolysis technologies
renewable energy integration
system integration
storage and transportation
environmental impact
industrial applications
security

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Financial Drivers of Green Hydrogen Deployment: A Comparison Between Australia, Germany, and Brazil

by Roberto Ivo Da Rocha Lima Filho, Thereza Cristina Aquino, Lino Guimarães Marujo, Vinicius Botelho, Kalyne Brito and Pedro Senna

Energies 2026, 19(10), 2488; https://doi.org/10.3390/en19102488 - 21 May 2026

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The main challenge of hydrogen electrolysis lies in the high cost of hydrogen production. Achieving a decarbonized energy sector requires substantial investment to shift from carbon-intensive technologies to more sustainable alternatives. However, investment decisions in this context remain complex and uncertain. Currently, green hydrogen projects account for more than 500 initiatives worldwide and are expected to expand rapidly in the coming years. Evidence from feasibility studies suggests that green hydrogen produced from renewable energy is already technically viable and is approaching economic competitiveness. The current emphasis is on large-scale deployment and learning-by-doing processes to reduce electrolyzer costs and improve supply chain efficiency. This transition requires appropriate funding mechanisms, often involving significant public sector participation alongside private investment. This study analyzes the financing structures of green hydrogen projects in Germany, Australia, and Brazil using Principal Component Analysis (PCA) to identify the most relevant combinations of technical, economic, and financial variables. Unlike previous studies that address technical, economic, and financial dimensions in isolation, this study offers an integrated, empirically grounded analysis at the project level, combining cross-country comparison with a multivariate approach. The results indicate that project characteristics are strongly associated with capital intensity and financing structures, while cost variables such as levelized cost of hydrogen (LCOH) play a secondary role in explaining variation across projects. These findings suggest that financing arrangements—particularly those involving public support mechanisms—are closely associated with project configuration in this emerging sector. However, these results should be interpreted as patterns of statistical association rather than evidence of causal relationships. Overall, the analysis highlights the importance of coordinated financing strategies in supporting the development of green hydrogen and its potential contribution to emissions reduction in line with the Paris Agreement and the transition toward climate neutrality. Full article

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Optimizing Biogas-to-Hydrogen Conversion Under the Feed-In Premium Scheme: A Comparative Analysis of Steam Reforming and Electrolysis in an Individual Biogas Plant

by Shiho Ishikawa, Nicholas O’Connell and Raphael Lechner

Energies 2026, 19(5), 1119; https://doi.org/10.3390/en19051119 - 24 Feb 2026

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The transition toward market-oriented renewable energy policies has increased the demand for flexible operation of biogas plants (BGPs), particularly under Japan’s Feed-in Premium (FIP) scheme. This study evaluates the technical performance and revenue potential of integrating hydrogen production into a dairy-manure-based BGP, focusing on steam reforming (SR) and electrolysis (EL) pathways. An energy system optimization model was developed using the Open Energy Modelling Framework (OEMOF) to simulate coordinated operation of biogas combined heat and power (CHP), hydrogen production, heat supply, and storage under electricity spot market conditions in Hokkaido, Japan. Sensitivity and scenario analyses were conducted to examine hydrogen production behavior, system-level resource allocation, and revenue performance under varying hydrogen prices and FIP levels. The results show that EL enables price-responsive switching between electricity supply and hydrogen production, resulting in dynamic hydrogen output and high sensitivity to conditions. In contrast, SR provides stable hydrogen production through continuous biogas utilization, achieving biogas throughput but limited responsiveness to price fluctuations. A System-level trade-off between conversion flexibility and direct fuel utilization efficiency was identified. These findings indicate that hydrogen pathway selection in farm-scale BGPs should be treated as a system design decision shaped by market exposure, operational objectives, and risk tolerance under the FIP framework. Full article

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Analysis About the Leaks and Explosions of Alternative Fuels

by José Miguel Mahía-Prados, Ignacio Arias-Fernández, Manuel Romero Gómez and Sandrina Pereira

Energies 2026, 19(2), 514; https://doi.org/10.3390/en19020514 - 20 Jan 2026

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The maritime sector is under growing pressure to decarbonize, driving the adoption of alternative fuels such as methane, methanol, ammonia, and hydrogen. This study evaluates their thermal behavior and associated risks using Engineering Equation Solve software for heat transfer modeling and Areal Locations of Hazardous Atmospheres software for dispersion and explosion analysis in pipelines and storage scenarios. Results indicate that methane presents moderate and predictable risks, mainly from thermal effects in fires or Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosion events, with low toxicity. Methanol offers the safest operational profile, stable at ambient temperature and easily manageable, though it remains slightly flammable even when diluted. Ammonia shows the greatest toxic hazard, with impact distances reaching several kilometers even when emergency shutoff systems are active. Hydrogen, meanwhile, poses the most severe flammability and explosion risks, capable of autoignition and generating destructive overpressures. Thermal analysis highlights that cryogenic fuels require complex insulation systems, increasing storage costs, while methanol and gaseous hydrogen remain thermally stable but have lower energy density. The study concludes that methanol is the most practical transition fuel, when comparing thermal behavior and associated risks, while hydrogen and ammonia demand further technological and regulatory development. Proper insulation, ventilation, and automatic shutoff systems are essential to ensure safe decarbonization in maritime transport. Full article

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Review on Gas Production Patterns, Flammability, and Detection Methods of Hydrogen-Containing Flammable Gases During Thermal Runaway Process in Lithium-Ion Batteries

by Chenglong Wei, Yuwu Cai, Jingjing Xu, Xinyi Zhao, Qiang Liao, Yuming Chen, Yong Cao and Bin Li

Energies 2026, 19(2), 398; https://doi.org/10.3390/en19020398 - 14 Jan 2026

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As the core technology of the new energy revolution, lithium-ion batteries have broad development prospects and significant strategic importance. With continuous improvements in energy density, enhanced safety, and breakthroughs in fast-charging technology, lithium-ion batteries will play a more substantial role in fields such as new energy vehicles and energy storage. Nevertheless, the development of the lithium-ion battery industry still faces safety issues related to thermal runaway risks. The intense exothermic reactions during thermal runaway can release flammable gases, potentially leading to uncontrolled combustion or explosions, thereby posing major safety threats. This paper reviews the analysis of gas composition and patterns during lithium-ion battery thermal runaway under different conditions, as well as research on gas explosion characteristics. It introduces advanced methods for gas detection and suppression during thermal runaway and summarizes studies on the chemical kinetic mechanisms and predictive models of gas generation during thermal runaway. These studies provide a scientific basis for improving the reliability of renewable energy storage systems and formulating and refining battery safety standards. Full article

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