Tokyo Univeristy & Online
Hydrogen has emerged as the newest energy vector for achieving the decarbonization goals. For quite some time, hydrogen has been considered the choice for hard-to-abate emissions, and therefore, mainly for a few very specific applications. However, many countries are currently promoting the widespread use of hydrogen as a source of clean energy. Hydrogen has become a pillar of the industrial policies of countries such as Japan and Spain. The expectation is that new business models will develop and consolidate, promoting large-scale investments in creating capacity for the production, transport, and utilization of hydrogen. This includes investments in hydrogen production, hydrogen refueling stations, storage facilities, and pipelines. The integration of hydrogen into existing energy systems and its use in power generation, industrial processes, and transportation is anticipated to drive significant economic growth and job creation. Moreover, the development of hydrogen hubs, where various applications of hydrogen are concentrated, is expected to create synergies and efficiencies that further enhance the viability and competitiveness of hydrogen as a cornerstone of the future clean energy landscape.
This has opened questions on the impacts of these programs and the need for policies to guide the sustainable use of hydrogen to promote a Just Energy transition. The seminar includes presentations from several perspectives aiming to prompt ideas for further research and collaboration.
Day and time
9 September 2024 / 14:00 – 17:00 (Japan Standard Time)
Venue
IP Lab Seminar Room (or online), Engineering Building 11, 3F, Hongo Campus, https://maps.app.goo.gl/Tkww9mtLKASM61Bg9
Registration
Agenda
14:00 – 14:05 Welcome remarks
Prof Hironori Kato (University of Tokyo)
14:05 – 14:20 Agenda setting – hydrogen in Japan and Spain
Dr. Daniel del Barrio Alvarez (University of Tokyo)
14:20 – 15:00 Perspectives from the industry
Ms. Chikako Nakayama (Iberdrola)
15:00 – 15:40 A ‘just’ hydrogen economy: energy justice implications
Prof. Benjamin McLellan (Kyoto University)
15:40 – 16:20 Hydrogen technologies and applications
Prof. Antonio Atienza-Márquez (Universidad de Málaga)
16:20 – 17:00 Open discussion
Sponsors
This event is supported by JSPS KAKENHI Grant Number 24K20970
