Hydrogen, or H₂, has been gaining a lot of attention recently as governments in the US, Canada, and Europe are trying to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions. But what exactly is H₂ and is it truly a clean energy source? I specialize in research and development of H₂ production techniques Here are some key facts about this versatile chemical that could play a much bigger role in our lives in the future.

So, what is hydrogen?

Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe , but because it's so reactive, it's not found on its own in nature. Instead, it's usually bound to other atoms and molecules in water, natural gas, coal, and even biological matter like plants and human bodies. However, hydrogen can be isolated. And the H₂ molecule itself is a highly efficient energy carrier. In industry is already used for production ammonia , methanol a steel and at refining petroleum. As a fuel, it can store energy and reduce emissions from vehicles, including buses and cargo ships . ( Hannes van der Watt, University of North Dakota)