Logistics applied to hydrogen production as a non-conventional energy source for emerging countries: the Mexico-Colombia case

Abstract

Over the next 25 years, global energy demand is expected to rise significantly due to population growth, making diversifying energy sources crucial for mitigating environmental impact. Non-Conventional Renewable Energies (NCRE) and hydrogen, in particular, are emerging as key alternatives. Green hydrogen, produced through electrolysis using renewable energy, is the cleanest option, while blue hydrogen, derived from natural gas with carbon capture, and gray hydrogen, the most polluting, have varying environmental impacts. Mexico and Colombia are making strides in hydrogen production and utilization, leveraging their strategic geographic locations. Mexico has launched a green hydrogen pilot project, and Colombia has set targets in its National Hydrogen Roadmap for 2030. Both countries face similar challenges, such as improving infrastructure for storage and distribution, but their commitment
to sustainability and potential for international collaboration underscores their role in the energy transition. This analysis aims to identify common features in their approaches to optimize hydrogen production and its impact on global energy sustainability.