HyDelta 2.0
Research programme
The HyDelta programme is divided into Work Packages (WPs). Below is an overview of the research topics, with a link to a short description of each respective work package:
- Economic aspects of the hydrogen system
- Hydrogen safety in the gas grid
- Hydrogen and transport assets
- Social aspects of hydrogen
Below you can find a list of our presentations, webinars, and summary documents, as well as a link to download them:
| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webinar | Economic aspects of the hydrogen system - midterm progress and key results | 03-11-2022 | Link |
| Webinar | Hydrogen safety in the gas grid - midterm progress and key results | 15-11-2022 | Link |
| Webinar | Hydrogen and transport assets - midterm progress and key results | 29-11-2022 | Link |
| Webinar | Social aspects of hydrogen - midterm progress and key results | 08-12-2022 | Link |
Economic aspects of the hydrogen system
Below is a list of deliverables resulting from the aforementioned work packages, as well as a link to download them (when available):
WP2: Modeling hydrogen market dynamics in an integrated energy system
Summary: Techno-economic modelling to elucidate at which location(s) in the Netherlands can hydrogen production be feasible, and where can it create high market value for producers and consumers.| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D2.1 | Description of the integrated energy system modelling work | ||
| D2.2 | Report on the modelling and simulation results |
WP3: Risks, uncertainty, and collaboration in the hydrogen-based value chain
Summary: Increase the understanding regarding the effects of risk, uncertainty and actor collaboration on decisions related to deployment of flexible power-to-hydrogen conversion in energy systems at different levels.| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D3.1 | Case studies of interest regarding risks and uncertainty in the hydrogen value chain | 09-01-2023 | Link |
| D3.2 | Novel methodology and case study definitions. Description of the method, selected cases and the related hydrogen consumption and production scenarios | ||
| D3.3 | Individual and system risks in hydrogen value chain developments. Describing the detailed case studies after the final assessment by the various stakeholders and including policy suggestions | ||
| D3.4 | Updated HyDelta H2 supply chain datasheets |
WP4: Hydrogen blending and congestion management
Summary: Elucidate the potential for local hydrogen production and consumption in areas of the Netherlands dealing with congestion of the electricity network, and what factors play here a critical role| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D4.1 | Introducing hydrogen in decentral end-user areas to deal with e-grid congestion in the Netherlands | 06-12-2022 | Link |
| D4.2 | Report on the main policy implications of the blending options researched |
Hydrogen safety in the gas grid
Below is a list of deliverables resulting from the aforementioned work packages, as well as a link to download them (when available):
WP5: Safe operations of the high-pressure transmission grid
Summary: Determine how operational H2-pipelines can be operated and maintained safely e.g., can recompression be used? Is it possible to flare or blow-off? Which working procedures shall be followed? What equipment is required?| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D5.1 | A report on how to safely work on an operational H2 pipeline, including necessary equipment and working procedures. | ||
| D5.2 | A report on how to purge an H2-pipeline based on theoretical and practical research including working procedures. | ||
| D5.3 | A report with results of the theoretical and experimental research, including a decision tree for determining when to flare and when to vent and working procedure | ||
| D5.4 | Report on how to hot tap and stopple an operational H2 pipeline including working procedure and technology assessment of alternatives | ||
| D5.5 | Report on how to commission a former natural gas pipeline to a H2 pipeline, including guidelines and working procedures |
WP6A: Safety of hydrogen in the distribution grid and built environment
Summary: Carry out tests and continue developing a Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) to map the risks of leakages of hydrogen in the built environment and, if necessary, provide recommendations for mitigating actions.| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D6A.1 | Report with experimental results | ||
| D6A.2 | Report with translation of experiments and additional information into QRA model. | ||
| D6A.3 | Report with QRA results for case studies | ||
| D6A.4 | Report with recommendations based on QRA results and their translation to the public domain |
WP6B.1: Safety and suitability of gas stations in the distribution grid for hydrogen
Summary: Determine what modifications to the enclosure (the housing) of gas stations are necessary for safe distribution of hydrogen through gas stations: ventilation, adjustments needed, etc.| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D6B.1A | Report on literature search | ||
| D6B.1B | Report on the results of experiments to determine leakage rates and maximum allowable leakage rates in working pit |
WP6B.2: Safety and suitability of using inflatable gas stoppers in the distribution grid to mitigate a hydrogen leak
Summary: To gain insight into the risks associated with the use of inflatable gas stoppers for the temporarily closing of a hydrogen gas pipe, including any additional requirements| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D6B.2A | Report on scenarios of ignition during the usage of inflatable gas stoppers | ||
| D6B.2B | Report on the results of experiments of the effect of ignition, including suggestions for possible additional mitigating measures |
WP9: Implications of hydrogen in combustion use - NOx effects
Summary: Map current successfully applied NOx-reducing strategies and elucidate the basis for design rules for hydrogen burners applied in high-temperature processes towards mitigating NOx emissions.| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D9.1 | Literature search for low NOx H2 burners | ||
| D9.2 | Developing low NOx burner design rules |
Hydrogen and transport assets
Below is a list of deliverables resulting from the aforementioned work packages, as well as a link to download them (when available):
WP7: Analysis of the conversion of a natural gas distribution network to hydrogen
Summary: Development of a plan for the conversion of a natural gas distribution network to a hydrogen distribution network (from gas receiving station to customers’ gas installations).| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D7.1 | Inventory report on technical and non-technical aspects of conversion to hydrogen distribution networks | ||
| D7.2 | Report containing conversion analysis for 3 cases with different scenarios and outline of a conversion plan | ||
| D7.3 | Synthesis report with generic insights and aspects applicable to any conversion, including a model conversion plan |
WP8: Analyzing digitalization in network management
Summary: Research how digitalization (simulation and decision support tools combined with dedicated sensors) can contribute to an effective transition to hydrogen grids.| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D8.1 & D8.2 | State of the art technologies in the current gas grid and gap definition with the future hydrogen grid | 03-01-2023 | Link |
| D8.3 & D8.4 | Final report describing the simulation results for the selected use cases as well as the need, potential benefits, and most interesting technologies to develop for digitalization of the gas grid |
Social aspects of hydrogen
Below is a list of deliverables resulting from the aforementioned work packages, as well as a link to download them (when available):
WP10: Social acceptance for hydrogen transport and storage
Summary: What are the main societal challenges for deploying hydrogen transport/ distribution, storage, and application within the built environment in the Netherlands and how could these challenges be overcome as part of the development and implementation strategy.| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D10.1 | Overview from the literature/studies on societal support for new energy technologies and hydrogen in particular. An exploration of the aspects that (in similar circumstances) hinder or accelerate societal embeddedness. | 30-12-2022 | Link |
| D10.2 | Report on the outcomes of the stakeholders’ perspectives regarding the development and corresponding risks of hydrogen infrastructure | ||
| D10.3 | Case study report with best practices regarding risk governance and societal embeddedness of innovative energy technologies. | ||
| D10.4 | Report bringing the different outputs together, aiming to address the strategies and actions that should and can be incorporated in the planning phase of hydrogen projects to improve societal support and uptake. |
WP11: Labor market and training implications of hydrogen
Summary: An inventarisation and overview of the required (future) skills and available education to match this in the upcoming hydrogen economy, to serve as a starting point to start developing attractive and comprehensive curriculums to train relevant personal in hydrogen technologies and applications.| Number | Deliverable title | Publication date | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| D11.1 | Inventory and analysis of the skills required for the (future) hydrogen economy. Combining this with an extensive analysis of existing education to provide guidelines and improvements for stimulating additional human capital growth for the hydrogen economy |
