我国氢能领域首个CCER方法学发布

Core Insights - The article discusses the release of the first voluntary greenhouse gas emission reduction (CCER) project methodology for renewable energy electrolysis hydrogen production in China, which aims to convert emission reductions into tradable carbon assets [1][2] - Hydrogen is recognized as a clean and efficient energy source, with global hydrogen consumption projected to reach 105 million tons by 2024, while China's hydrogen production exceeds 36.5 million tons, accounting for 24% of global output [1] - The methodology is expected to significantly contribute to achieving carbon neutrality goals by promoting the use of clean hydrogen in industries such as steel, chemicals, and transportation [2] Group 1 - The methodology allows for the conversion of emission reductions from clean hydrogen production into tradable carbon assets, thereby enhancing the economic viability of renewable hydrogen projects [2] - Currently, fossil fuel-based hydrogen production accounts for 98% of China's hydrogen output, with renewable energy electrolysis hydrogen making up only about 1%, indicating a high carbon intensity in hydrogen production [1] - The cost of renewable hydrogen projects is currently 2-3 times higher than fossil fuel-based hydrogen, with 26 existing projects operating at a loss [1] Group 2 - The methodology specifies that eligible projects must be newly established renewable energy electrolysis hydrogen projects powered primarily by self-owned wind or solar power plants [2] - It is estimated that existing eligible projects could achieve annual emission reductions of approximately 1.57 million tons of CO2 equivalent, with potential increases to about 6 million tons by 2030 as renewable hydrogen production rises to around 5 million tons [2] - The methodology is expected to benefit a wide range of stakeholders, particularly green hydrogen project owners in resource-rich regions, and will stimulate the release of green hydrogen capacity for industrial users [2]