Hydrogen production model: a computational approach to optimize cost reduction strategies, environmental impact, and financial viability

This study presents a comprehensive techno-economic and environmental evaluation of hydrogen production from organic waste feedstocks in Bangladesh, utilizing an integrated approach through advanced modelling tools. The research combines H2A (Hydrogen Production Cost Analysis), HDSAM (Hydrogen Deliv...

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Main Authors: Fairuz Wasima, Md. Sanowar Hossain, Abdullah Mohammad Tousiful Hoque Chy, Monjur Mourshed, Md. Golam Kibria
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Published: Elsevier 2025-07-01
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author Fairuz Wasima
Md. Sanowar Hossain
Abdullah Mohammad Tousiful Hoque Chy
Monjur Mourshed
Md. Golam Kibria
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Md. Sanowar Hossain
Abdullah Mohammad Tousiful Hoque Chy
Monjur Mourshed
Md. Golam Kibria
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description This study presents a comprehensive techno-economic and environmental evaluation of hydrogen production from organic waste feedstocks in Bangladesh, utilizing an integrated approach through advanced modelling tools. The research combines H2A (Hydrogen Production Cost Analysis), HDSAM (Hydrogen Delivery Scenario Analysis Model), and H2FAST (Hydrogen Financial Assessment Tool) to assess the feasibility of large-scale hydrogen production, distribution, and storage. H2A is employed to analyze hydrogen production costs, considering various feedstocks and production methods, while HDSAM evaluates the delivery pathways and logistics of liquid and gaseous hydrogen. H2FAST is used to perform detailed financial modelling, focusing on investment risks, profitability, and financial metrics of hydrogen projects. This integrated methodology provides a comprehensive analysis of the hydrogen value chain, addressing key factors such as production costs, logistics, and financial feasibility. Main results of the study indicate that hydrogen production costs can range from $2.16/kg to $2.18/kg depending on feedstock efficiency and plant utilization. Financial assessments show that larger-scale hydrogen stations (4,000 kg/day) benefit from economies of scale, with hydrogen costs dropping to approximately $8.51/kg, compared to $12.75/kg for smaller stations (400 kg/day). The study concludes incorporates region-specific data for Bangladesh, addressing local challenges such as infrastructure limitations, financial constraints, and energy demands, offering a tailored analysis that can inform future hydrogen projects in Bangladesh and similar developing economies.
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spelling doaj-art-1ca42919606e4ddca06e9a93afe299212025-08-20T03:57:58ZengElsevierEnergy Conversion and Management: X2590-17452025-07-012710117110.1016/j.ecmx.2025.101171Hydrogen production model: a computational approach to optimize cost reduction strategies, environmental impact, and financial viabilityFairuz Wasima0Md. Sanowar Hossain1Abdullah Mohammad Tousiful Hoque Chy2Monjur Mourshed3Md. Golam Kibria4Department of Mechanical Engineering, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology, Rajshahi 6204, BangladeshCorresponding author.; Department of Mechanical Engineering, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology, Rajshahi 6204, BangladeshDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology, Rajshahi 6204, BangladeshDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology, Rajshahi 6204, BangladeshDepartment of Mechanical Engineering, Rajshahi University of Engineering & Technology, Rajshahi 6204, BangladeshThis study presents a comprehensive techno-economic and environmental evaluation of hydrogen production from organic waste feedstocks in Bangladesh, utilizing an integrated approach through advanced modelling tools. The research combines H2A (Hydrogen Production Cost Analysis), HDSAM (Hydrogen Delivery Scenario Analysis Model), and H2FAST (Hydrogen Financial Assessment Tool) to assess the feasibility of large-scale hydrogen production, distribution, and storage. H2A is employed to analyze hydrogen production costs, considering various feedstocks and production methods, while HDSAM evaluates the delivery pathways and logistics of liquid and gaseous hydrogen. H2FAST is used to perform detailed financial modelling, focusing on investment risks, profitability, and financial metrics of hydrogen projects. This integrated methodology provides a comprehensive analysis of the hydrogen value chain, addressing key factors such as production costs, logistics, and financial feasibility. Main results of the study indicate that hydrogen production costs can range from $2.16/kg to $2.18/kg depending on feedstock efficiency and plant utilization. Financial assessments show that larger-scale hydrogen stations (4,000 kg/day) benefit from economies of scale, with hydrogen costs dropping to approximately $8.51/kg, compared to $12.75/kg for smaller stations (400 kg/day). The study concludes incorporates region-specific data for Bangladesh, addressing local challenges such as infrastructure limitations, financial constraints, and energy demands, offering a tailored analysis that can inform future hydrogen projects in Bangladesh and similar developing economies.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590174525003034Hydrogen productionCost analysisGHG emissionRenewable energy integrationSustainability
spellingShingle Fairuz Wasima
Md. Sanowar Hossain
Abdullah Mohammad Tousiful Hoque Chy
Monjur Mourshed
Md. Golam Kibria
Hydrogen production model: a computational approach to optimize cost reduction strategies, environmental impact, and financial viability
Energy Conversion and Management: X
Hydrogen production
Cost analysis
GHG emission
Renewable energy integration
Sustainability
title Hydrogen production model: a computational approach to optimize cost reduction strategies, environmental impact, and financial viability
title_full Hydrogen production model: a computational approach to optimize cost reduction strategies, environmental impact, and financial viability
title_fullStr Hydrogen production model: a computational approach to optimize cost reduction strategies, environmental impact, and financial viability
title_full_unstemmed Hydrogen production model: a computational approach to optimize cost reduction strategies, environmental impact, and financial viability
title_short Hydrogen production model: a computational approach to optimize cost reduction strategies, environmental impact, and financial viability
title_sort hydrogen production model a computational approach to optimize cost reduction strategies environmental impact and financial viability
topic Hydrogen production
Cost analysis
GHG emission
Renewable energy integration
Sustainability
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2590174525003034
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