Green hydrogen for the road transportation sector in the European Union - a technological innovation system analysis

Resumo

Purpose: This thesis aims to identify the key challenges and opportunities associated with implementing green hydrogen (GH2) in the European Union (EU) road transportation sector. The research used the Technological Innovation System (TIS) framework as an analytical tool
 to analyze the implementation of GH2 and explore its potential for contributing to a decarbonized future. Design/methodology/approach: A comprehensive literature review was conducted to establish the theoretical foundation of the TIS framework and gather insights into the existing literature on GH2 technology. Expert interviews were also conducted with stakeholders from the road transportation sector, GH2 sector, and policy sectors to gain practical insights and support the
 findings from the literature review. Findings: Findings underscore the challenges in GH2 implementation across all TIS functions.
 These highlighted technological and infrastructural challenges, elevated costs, regulatory limits, and the necessity for increased public acceptance. Specific challenges identified include fundamental financial requirements, lack of awareness about the availability of resources,
 supply-demand dynamics, and public acceptance. Furthermore, several development opportunities have been identified, including developing safety standards, increased collaboration initiatives, and government support. Implications: Despite its complexity, the transition to GH2 was identified as a potential longterm alternative, promising cleaner energy, reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, potential economic growth, and enhanced energy security. The research concludes that a
 coordinated, multi-stakeholder effort is crucial to overcome the identified challenges, and the EU can learn from countries with more mature GH2 sectors to support the transition.

Ficha do documento

Tipo

Dissertação

Ano

2023

Instituição

Fundação Getulio Vargas

Fonte

Repositório da FGV

Idioma

Inglês

Acesso

Acesso aberto

Identificador

oai:repositorio.fgv.br:10438/34252

Temas

TransportesTecnologia

Palavras-chave

Hidrogênio verdeTransporte rodoviárioSistema de inovação tecnológicaDesafiosOportunidadesImplementaçãoUnião EuropeiaTransporte rodoviário – Aspectos ambientaisHidrogênio como combustívelInovações tecnológicas