Study: hydrogen patents indicate shift towards clean technologies

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Technologies motivated by climate change concerns accounted for nearly 80% of all patents related to hydrogen production in 2020, new analysis shows

Hydrogen technology development is shifting towards low-emissions solutions such as electrolysis, according to a joint study of patents by the European Patent Office (EPO) and the International Energy Agency (IEA). The report is the first of its kind and uses global patent data to provide comprehensive up-to-date analysis of innovation in all hydrogen technologies. It covers the full range of technologies, from hydrogen supply to storage, distribution and transformation, as well as end-use... ... More: Official Press Release IEA

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