氢能领域首个温室气体自愿减排项目方法学发布

Core Viewpoint - The release of the "Renewable Energy Electrolytic Hydrogen Methodology" marks China's first voluntary greenhouse gas emission reduction (CCER) project methodology in the hydrogen energy sector, aiming to unlock significant emission reduction potential for green hydrogen [1][2]. Group 1: Industry Overview - China is the world's largest hydrogen producer, accounting for 24% of global hydrogen production, with a consumption scale exceeding 36.5 million tons [1]. - The current hydrogen production in China is characterized by high carbon emissions, with fossil fuel-based hydrogen accounting for 98% of production, while renewable energy electrolytic hydrogen represents only about 1% [1]. Group 2: Economic Viability - The renewable energy electrolytic hydrogen projects are currently facing economic challenges, with all 26 existing projects in China operating at a loss due to high costs, which are typically 2-3 times that of fossil fuel-based hydrogen [2]. - Participation in the CCER market to obtain emission reduction credits is identified as the most effective means to enhance the economic viability of green hydrogen projects [2]. Group 3: Market Impact - The methodology will benefit a wide range of stakeholders, including green hydrogen project owners in resource-rich regions and renewable energy power plants, by expanding market demand and alleviating challenges related to renewable energy consumption [2]. - The methodology is expected to stimulate the release of green hydrogen production capacity, providing stable green hydrogen sources for downstream industries such as steel, synthetic ammonia, and refining, thereby supporting deep decarbonization in these sectors [2].