Currently, hydrogen is primarily used in the chemical industry, but in the near future it will become a significant fuel. There are many processes for hydrogen production. This paper reviews reforming (steam, partial oxidation, autothermal, plasma, and aqueous phase), pyrolysis, hydrogen from biomass, electrolysis and other methods for generating hydrogen from water, and hydrogen storage. In addition, desulfurization, water-gas-shift, and hydrogen purification methods are discussed. Basics of these processes are presented with a large number of references for the interested reader to learn more.
Revised: January 10, 2011 |
Published: January 30, 2009
Citation
Holladay J.D., J. Hu, D.L. King, and Y. Wang. 2009.An Overview of Hydrogen Production Technologies.Catalysis Today 139, no. 4:244-260.PNNL-SA-54171.