But what makes hydrogen so special ? Its properties boast both flexibility and a high specific energy per unit mass – two attributes that make it uniquely capable of removing emissions from parts of the global economy that are known to be more on the harder-to-decarbonise side .

This means that hydrogen , when more widely adopted , has the potential to be a revolutionary fuel , as its versatility means it can be used in many applications – whether that be transportation , electricity generation or portable power . This also means it has the capacity to completely revolutionise multiple sectors , including large polluters like power generation and heavy industry .

With hydrogen poised to play a crucial role in the transition to a low-carbon economy , this special report explores the current state of the hydrogen economy , its challenges and the innovative solutions being developed to accelerate its adoption .

Overcoming hurdles essential to hydrogen adoption “ At AspenTech , we recognise hydrogen ’ s pivotal role in the global decarbonisation strategy , especially in sectors like chemicals and construction , where reducing emissions is challenging ,” says Dr Paige Morse , the software giant ’ s Enterprise Director of Sustainability . “ To make hydrogen economically viable ,