Affiliation:
1. Assam down town University, Guwahati, India
2. Indian Institute of Sciences, Bangalore, India
Abstract
A high-quality energy carrier like hydrogen can be created by thermochemical processes involving the conversion of hydrocarbons, such as coal or natural gas. It can also be obtained by water electrolysis using renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar power. Due to climate change, air pollution, and energy deficiency, the exploration of new transportation fuels is very important. Despite the various challenges that hydrogen faces, it is still regarded as a clean energy source that can help solve the environmental and energy problems of the future. It can be used in fuel cells to provide high-quality electricity and heat. This chapter aims to discuss the various techniques involved in the production of hydrogen and their applications in fuel cells. It also explores the different types of fuel cells, such as PEMFCs, MCFCs, and SOFCs as well as to understand the effect towards sustainable development goals.