Accelerating Decarbonization
Solutions that Drive Change.
comprehensive scenario design
HyCoLink enables customizable simulation of hydrogen and carbon dioxide networks.
HyCoLink enables precise evaluation of diverse hydrogen and carbon dioxide network scenarios, offering tailored simulations for production, transmission, storage, and distribution methods. This holistic solution provides a crucial overview for genuine decarbonization efforts.
User-Centric Simulation
time-saving Evaluation of projects and insights into cost structures of simulation scenarios.
Users can effortlessly create tailored scenarios with a high degree of customizability to align with their specific requirements. HyCoLink offers economic analyses and integrated assessments of associated carbon emissions, enabling enhanced management insights.
Driving decarbonization forward
HyCoLink brings clarity into complex interconnections and sheds light onto decarbonization capacity.
HyCoLink plays a pivotal role in accelerating decarbonization initiatives by swiftly identifying and quantifying the evolving needs of industries impacted by decarbonization mandates.
Why simulation?
We are enabling upfront network design and facilitate decision-making.
Simulation is a crucial tool for pre-assessment and requirement identification in specific applications, offering a cost-effective and often the sole means to gain insights into yet unrealized projects. In the realm of energy transition, where numerous options demand comparison, understanding cost distributions across complex network subsystems is vital for informed decision-making. Simulation facilitates the direct comparison and integration of interconnected hydrogen and carbon dioxide systems, essential for sector coupling.
Why we do it?
We connect future systems to open the doors for true decarbonization.
HyCoLink seamlessly integrates key components of energy carrier networks. Within the hydrogen module, users can economically and ecologically compare various hydrogen derivatives like ammonia or methanol. In the carbon dioxide module, different carbon capture methods are evaluated. Users can assess and compare diverse transportation modes—including pipelines, ship transport, and road transport—as well as storage metrics. By quantifying and analyzing short-distance distribution requirements, HyCoLink offers a comprehensive approach that saves users time and effort, making it a unique and holistic simulation tool.
Questions?
We have answers.
Why is it important to look at future energy systems holistically?
Examining energy systems holistically is crucial for understanding the interconnectedness of various components within the energy landscape. It allows for a comprehensive evaluation of the implications and interactions of different energy sources, technologies, and infrastructures. By considering the system as a whole, we can optimize efficiency, identify synergies, and make informed decisions that promote sustainability and resilience in the energy sector.
What can be made of hydrogen and carbon dioxide?
Hydrogen and carbon dioxide offer versatile opportunities for sustainable applications. Hydrogen can be utilized as a clean fuel for transportation, energy storage, and industrial processes. Carbon dioxide, when captured and utilized, can be converted into valuable products such as synthetic fuels, chemicals, and materials. Both elements play pivotal roles in advancing decarbonization efforts and promoting a circular economy.
What role does hydrogen have in decarbonization?
Hydrogen plays a critical role in decarbonization by offering a clean and versatile energy carrier. It can be produced from renewable sources through processes like electrolysis, providing a zero-emission alternative to fossil fuels. Hydrogen facilitates the integration of renewable energy sources, enables energy storage, and supports sectors such as transportation, industry, and heating in transitioning to low-carbon solutions, thereby reducing greenhouse gas emissions and fostering sustainability.
How is hydrogen and carbon dioxide transported?
Hydrogen and carbon dioxide can be transported through various methods depending on the specific requirements of the application. Hydrogen is commonly transported as a gas through pipelines or in liquid form via specialized cryogenic tanks. Carbon dioxide can also be transported through pipelines, tanker trucks, or ships, especially when captured for utilization or storage purposes. Each transport method is selected based on factors like distance, volume, safety considerations, and infrastructure availability.
How is hydrogen produced?
Hydrogen is primarily produced through steam methane reforming (SMR), electrolysis, and coal gasification. Steam methane reforming is the most common method, utilizing natural gas to produce hydrogen and carbon dioxide as byproduct. Electrolysis involves splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using electricity, with the potential for renewable energy sources to power the process, ensuring a clean production pathway. Coal gasification converts coal into hydrogen and other gases, although this method is less environmentally friendly compared to electrolysis or renewable-powered processes.