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renewable energy such as solar and wind power. This process eliminates
carbon dioxide production, thereby reducing air pollution.
(Matt) Environmental - What are the negative implications
of using hydrogen?
UM ACTUALLY! Steam reforming is the most common
method of producing hydrogen, using natural gas that
releases CO2. Not to mention, other forms of producing
hydrogen make use of fossil fuels such as coal and oil. These
methods contribute to more than 95% of the total hydrogen
produced. Furthermore, the fuel cells used to power hydrogen
vehicles require large quantities of rare earth elements like
platinum.
Hydrogen vehicles are much quieter than standard vehicles, and can reduce
work-related hearing loss for workers who are constantly exposed. Studies
have found that up to 26.8% of truck and bus drivers experience hearing loss.
(MATT) Safety - Why is hydrogen dangerous?
Um actually due to their extremely small molecules, hydrogen
must be transported in high-pressure and leak proof tanks.
Hydrogen is highly reactive with air, so a leak may lead to
combustion occurring, with the scale at which hydrogen
would need to be transported and stored it is prone to this
inevitable failure.