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Hydrogen-Based Long-Duration Energy Storage: Technologies, System Integration, and Techno-Economic Performance
Reda A Haggam1, Syed Javed2, Nguyen Van Minh3,4
1Department of Chemistry Faculty of Science Islamic University of Madinah Madinah Saudi Arabia.
Global Challenges (Hoboken, NJ)
|August 13, 2026
Summary
Hydrogen (H2) based long-duration energy storage (LDES) is crucial for integrating renewable energy. This review details H2 LDES technologies, challenges, and optimization strategies for reliable power systems.
Area of Science:
- Energy Storage
- Renewable Energy Integration
- Hydrogen Technology
Background:
- Variable renewable energy sources necessitate scalable long-duration energy storage (LDES) for grid reliability.
- Hydrogen (H2) based LDES offers significant advantages for extended energy retention and cross-sectoral integration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide a comprehensive review of H2-based LDES technologies.
- To assess techno-economic performance, environmental impacts, and reliability metrics of H2 LDES systems.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature analysis of publications from 2018-2026.
- Evaluation of H2 production, storage, reconversion, system integration, and digital optimization tools.
- Assessment of reliability metrics like loss-of-load expectation (LOLE) and effective load-carrying capability (ELCC).
Main Results:
- H2 LDES presents challenges in efficiency, infrastructure, and operational complexity.
- Digital twins, AI, and market mechanisms are key to enhancing system performance.
- Techno-economic and environmental impacts were systematically analyzed.
Conclusions:
- H2-based LDES is a promising solution for grid stability with increasing renewable energy penetration.
- Addressing identified challenges is crucial for large-scale H2 energy system implementation.
- Further research and supportive policies are needed to align with Sustainable Development Goal 7.
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