Potential climate risks of leaks in green hydrogen value chain are virtually unknown

The risk of leakage throughout the entire value chain connected to hydrogen is virtually unknown. Leaky pipelines and liquid hydrogen stored or transported over long periods of time could cause leaks and lead to adverse climate effects, according to existing studies.
Photo: Jens Dresling
Photo: Jens Dresling
BY FREJA CELINE ERIKSEN, TRANSLATED BY CHRISTOFFER ØSTERGAARD

Through pipelines, on vessels and trucks and via reservoirs and pumps: How green hydrogen is transported, stored and used in the future could significantly influence the climate impact without a strong focus on preventing leakage.

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