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Consider the following heavy industries:

  1. 1.Fertilizer plants
  2. 2.Oil refineries
  3. 3.Steel plants

Green hydrogen is expected to play a significant role in decarbonizing how many of the above industries?

  1. A.Only one
  2. B.Only two
  3. C.All three
  4. D.None
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: C. All three

Green hydrogen, produced using renewable energy, is a key component for decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors. Its application in steel production via direct reduction offers a significant pathway to reduce emissions. Similarly, fertilizer production, particularly ammonia synthesis, is energy-intensive and can be decarbonized by using green hydrogen as a feedstock. Oil refineries also stand to benefit, as hydrogen is used in various processes like hydrocracking and hydrotreating, which can be made cleaner with green hydrogen.

Source: UPSC gs1 2023

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