Assessing the Role of Hydrogen in California’s Decarbonizing Electric System
RAND Corporation
Recipient
Santa Monica, CA
Recipient Location
24th
Senate District
51st
Assembly District
Active
Project Status
Project Update
The Issue
Project Innovation
The project assess the potential role of hydrogen production from renewable electricity and end-use conversion technologies for electric sector applications in decarbonizing California’s electric system. The research will examine current technologies, potential innovations, cost changes, and use cost and physical modeling to determine the extent of hydrogen and make least-cost policy recommendations. The findings, knowledge, and recommendations will be shared with the CEC and the public, providing concrete physical and economic rationale for future hydrogen technology investments.
Key Project Members

Andrew Star
Match Partners

Universal Hydrogen Co.
