Originally published February 22 2005
A new report examines the codes and standards for hydrogen use and the future of hydrogen fuel
by Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, NaturalNews Editor
The future of hydrogen as a fuel source is entirely dependent on consumers' ability to embrace this new power source. Though hydrogen fuel is still in its infancy, hydrogen fuel cells have proven valuable as backup power supplies and these fuel cells are making their way into many areas. However, hydrogen fuel requires an excellent safety record if it is to be accepted by the regular consumer.
To create a worldwide hydrogen (H2) economy with fuel cells providing clean, safe electrical energy, end users will have to embrace this energy carrier.
That means using it onboard their vehicles, at fueling stations in their neighbourhoods, in their electronic devices such as cell phones and laptop computers as well as in stationary installations providing electricity for homes and businesses.
H2-powered fuel cells that provide backup power for hospitals, banks, and telecommunications during grid "brown outs" or "black outs" have endeared the public to this new technology in the short term.
However, despite field tests to establish proof of performance with customers, and industry efforts to establish fuel cells as a viable method of power production in the long term, there remains a lingering question.
This question relates to the safety of H2 and the fuel cell systems that rely on it as a key element in the electrochemical reaction.
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