Introduction to hydrogen economy

The course provides the student a general understanding about the hydrogen economy and its value chain. It covers the integration of hydrogen economy to power and energy systems, the role of hydrogen in energy and power markets, the basics of hydrogen production, storing and utilization, as well as the role of derivatives of hydrogen.

Course contents

• Power generation, transmission and use
• Power markets and power balance management
• Smart grids, sector coupling (power, heat, gas)
• Energy storage systems
• Hydrogen production: basic chemistry and technical solutions
• Hydrogen storages and material questions
• Hydrogen safety and legislation
• The use of hydrogen
• Derivatives of hydrogen
• Life cycle analysis of the hydrogen solutions
• Energy markets and global energy resources
  

Learning outcomes

The course gives basic understanding of hydrogen economy and its value chain, which is one of the corner stones in decarbonization of industrial activities and communities.

Course material

Handouts, slides and videos delivered in Moodle.

Completion methods

Tasks and small essays made independently in Moodle. Flexible start, the last day you can start the course is February 15th, 2023 (the application period ends on February 7th, 2023). The course needs to be completed by the end of May.

More information in the Aalto University study guide.

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