THE AWFUL TRUTH ABOUT HYDROGEN AS A TRANSPORT FUEL

EV Channels Review

John Cadogan delivers a scathing critique of hydrogen as a transport fuel, labeling much of the industry's promotion as "greenwashing." He argues that the primary method of hydrogen production from hydrocarbons is energy-intensive and produces significant CO2 emissions, directly contradicting the "zero-emissions" claims. Cadogan highlights the thermodynamic inefficiency, stating that it's more energy-efficient to use hydrocarbons directly as fuel. He criticizes Toyota's investment in a small-scale hydrogen electrolyzer, questioning its alignment with the company's stated zero-emissions goals, especially given their continued sales of high-emission vehicles like the LandCruiser and Prado. The review emphasizes that hydrogen is an industrial chemical, not an ideal fuel, and its production cost and environmental impact make it a poor choice for widespread transport adoption compared to alternatives like compressed natural gas or direct electrification.