Research

The primary goal of this project is to assess the feasibility of hydrogen methanation within the Australian context. This includes conducting a comprehensive review of both existing and emerging methanation technologies, along with their associated costs and challenges. Furthermore, the project aims to develop a comprehensive cost model for various production options, evaluate opportunities to determine the conditions favouring methanation viability, and undertake a comparative life cycle assessment (LCA) that takes into account all emission components.

The outcomes of this project include a comprehensive review of hydrogen methanation technologies and their associated costs. This review and the associated ‘techno-economic’ analysis will inform decision-making processes and guide the implementation of hydrogen methanation projects in Australia. The project will also contribute to our understanding of hydrogen methanation as a potential pathway for decarbonising the gas sector and can further facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources into the Australian energy system.

Dr Stephen McGrail

stephenmcgrail@futurefuelscrc.com