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Current limits on hydrogen blending in natural gas networks and gas demand per capita in selected locations

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  • Blend limit
  • Blend limit under certain conditions
  • Per capita gas demand (right axis)

Limits on hydrogen blending in natural gas networks, 2018

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  • All gas
  • Allowable under certain circumstances

Potential hydrogen demand for heating in buildings and spread of competitive energy prices in selected markets, 2030

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Created with Highcharts 9.3.3MtPrice (USD/kg)CanadaUnited StatesJapanKoreaWestern EuropeRussiaChina01.22.43.64.867.28.400.81.62.43.244.85.6
  • Hydrogen demand
  • Competitive with gas boiler (right axis)
  • Competitive with electric heat pump (right axis)