Transport and storage of hydrogen

When scaling up hydrogen production it is important to explore the extent to which the existing natural gas transport and distribution network can accommodate hydrogen safely and acceptably.

A further concern is whether the gas network needs to be modified or expanded to accommodate hydrogen transport. Safety is the top priority in this context. This is vital not only for the transport system but also for hydrogen’s various applications and for its storage. That highlights the need for further research into large-scale hydrogen storage options, such as tanks, cylinders, salt caverns, and other underground storage facilities.

What do we hope to achieve?

• Network requirements for gas quality and the pressure issues associated with hydrogen transport.
• Safety concerns throughout the entire hydrogen value chain and the organisational aspects involved.
• Scaling up the rollout of hydrogen from local to national energy systems.
• Design challenges for an international hydrogen network, including the role of North Sea energy.
• Offshore hydrogen production, conversion, transport, and storage.
• The multidisciplinary factors involved in large-scale hydrogen storage in salt caverns and depleted gas fields, both onshore and offshore.

How do we intend to achieve that?

• Build expertise in transport and storage infrastructure.
• Formulate safety standards, complemented by the creation of a national safety centre for hydrogen transport and storage.
• Develop a roadmap to drive the transition in North-Western Europe.
• Analyse and optimise hydrogen production, conversion, transport, and offshore storage.

Watch this video clip to learn how we are joining forces with stakeholders from industry, research bodies, and knowledge institutions across the Netherlands to advance the storage and transport of green hydrogen.