Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Development in China: A Review

Fangzhu Zhang and Philip Cooke

European Planning Studies, 2010, vol. 18, issue 7, 1153-1168

Abstract: Hydrogen and fuel cells may have a major role in the future energy market if governments give a high priority to reduction of CO 2 emissions with associated R&D investment in efficient hydrogen technologies. It is predicted that China would have the highest share of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in 2050 if their ambitious climate and energy security policies are adopted (OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development)/IEA (International Energy Agency) (2005) Prospects for Hydrogen and Fuel Cells (Paris: OECD Publications)). R&D in hydrogen and fuel cell technologies in China has been pushed by the central government's commitment to reduce air pollution emissions from transportation, to enhance energy security and improve national competitiveness. The paper focuses on current policies and progress on hydrogen and fuel cell development in China. Development prospects and challenges are discussed with a view to achieving better understanding of the emerging hydrogen economy.

Date: 2010
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