Global GIS-based potential analysis and cost assessment of Power-to-X fuels in 2050

Pfennig, Maximilian; Böttger, Diana; Häckner, Benedikt; Geiger, David K.; Zink, Christof; Bisevic, André; Jansen, Lukas

doi:10.1016/j.apenergy.2023.121289

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“…In the case of coastal sites, marine protected areas must be excluded to prevent negative environmental consequences associated with desalination plant discharges. 335…”

Section: System Level Aspects and Perspectives On Electrificationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Electrification of gasification-based biomass-to-X processes – a critical review and in-depth assessment

Dossow,

Klüh,

Umeki

et al. 2024

Energy Environ. Sci.

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“…In the case of coastal sites, marine protected areas must be excluded to prevent negative environmental consequences associated with desalination plant discharges. 335…”

Section: System Level Aspects and Perspectives On Electrificationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Electrification of gasification-based biomass-to-X processes – a critical review and in-depth assessment

Dossow,

Klüh,

Umeki

et al. 2024

Energy Environ. Sci.

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“…Dispatchable power plants, such as gas turbines, can use synthetic natural gas or hydrogen as substitutes for fossil fuels. Developing electrofuels is crucial for achieving a practically carbon-neutral decarbonization process in industry and developing a predominantly greenhouse gas-free energy system [9,19].…”

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“…For both reactions, a bifunctional Cu/ZnO/Al 2 O 3 catalyst was chosen due to its superior catalytic performance and stability. The synthesized methanol then undergoes dehydration in a separate reactor over an γ-Al 2 O 3 catalyst, resulting in DME as the final product [19,20]. A comprehensive process flowsheet for the DME production process is developed, incorporating key unit operations and equipment.…”

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Optimizing Renewable Energy Integration for Sustainable Fuel Production: A Techno-Economic Assessment of Dimethyl Ether Synthesis via a Hybrid Microgrid-Hydrogen System

Alotaibi,

Alturki

2024

Fuels

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This study offers an in-depth analysis and optimization of a microgrid system powered by renewable sources, designed for the efficient production of hydrogen and dimethyl ether—key elements in the transition toward sustainable fuel alternatives. The system architecture incorporates solar photovoltaic modules, advanced battery storage solutions, and electrolytic hydrogen production units, with a targeted reduction in greenhouse gas emissions and the enhancement of overall energy efficiency. A rigorous economic analysis was conducted utilizing the HYSYS V12 software platform and encompassing capital and operational expenditures alongside profit projections to evaluate the system’s economic viability. Furthermore, thermal optimization was achieved through heat integration strategies, employing a cascade analysis methodology and optimization via the General Algebraic Modeling System (GAMS), yielding an 83% decrease in annual utility expenditures. Comparative analysis revealed that the energy requirement of the optimized system was over 50% lower than that of traditional fossil fuel-based reforming processes. A comprehensive assessment of CO2 emissions demonstrated a significant reduction, with the integration of thermal management solutions facilitating a 99.24% decrease in emissions. The outcomes of this study provide critical insights into the engineering of sustainable, low-carbon energy systems, emphasizing the role of renewable energy technologies in advancing fuel science.

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“…Moreover, this renewable energy potential in LATAM could be converted into different kinds of energy like electricity or synthetic fuels (power-to-X) in order to store and transport energy to other regions. The production of power-to-X fuels is based on the generation of green hydrogen through water electrolysis using renewable energies (see [5]). This hydrogen can be used directly, further processed, or synthesized, for example, by adding carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) or nitrogen (N 2 ).…”

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Latin America’s Renewable Energy Impact: Climate Change and Global Economic Consequences

Moreno,

Medina,

Palma-Behnke

2023

Energies

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In the context of the imperative global shift towards renewable energy to mitigate climate change, Latin America (LATAM) emerges as a region of immense untapped potential. However, there is no formal quantification of the effects of developing this potential. This study analyzes the economic and climate impacts of developing renewable energy in LATAM and the Asia–Pacific region using an integrated economic and climate assessment model (IAM). The key findings are as follows. First, exporting renewable energy from LATAM and the Asia–Pacific region yields economic benefits across all regions. However, this surge in renewable energy exacerbates rather than alleviates global warming. Second, the implementation of policy measures accompanying renewable energy exports, aimed at discouraging the use of polluting energy sources, proves effective in mitigating global warming while sustaining significant economic gains globally. Third, LATAM stands to gain substantially from this development. Fourth, due to the gradual process of capital accumulation, any delays in initiating the development of renewable energy exports not only diminish economic gains during the postponement but also in the years following the commencement of exports. These results are robust to several additional simulations and sensitivity analyses. The results align with the goals of the Paris Agreement.

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Global GIS-based potential analysis and cost assessment of Power-to-X fuels in 2050

Cited by 22 publications

References 27 publications

Electrification of gasification-based biomass-to-X processes – a critical review and in-depth assessment

Electrification of gasification-based biomass-to-X processes – a critical review and in-depth assessment

Optimizing Renewable Energy Integration for Sustainable Fuel Production: A Techno-Economic Assessment of Dimethyl Ether Synthesis via a Hybrid Microgrid-Hydrogen System

Latin America’s Renewable Energy Impact: Climate Change and Global Economic Consequences

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