Fluvius study looks into the possible role of hydrogen in residential applications

BatHyBuild is a study researching the possibilities of hydrogen for residential application. The study is funded by Fluvius and counts Flux50 as one of its sounding board group members. 

Crucial for the transition

Hydrogen is a key solution for the transition towards a carbon-neutral world. It offers great possibilities for industry and transport. But what about residential areas? The potential applications of hydrogen in buildings strongly depends on specific circumstances, such as climate or the presence of gas distribution infrastructure. 

Making buildings climate neutral

BatHyBuild was launched by the Hydrogen Industry Cluster, to zero in on how hydrogen could help make residential buildings climate neutral in a cost-effective way. Several companies are involved in developing the technology within the cluster. But in which type of building and under which circumstances could it best be used? 

The setup

Throughout the feasibility study, hydrogen will be compared in different user situations, combined with options such as heat pumps or district heating. Variables such as user profiles, available infrastructure, housing insulation and building types will be taken into account.

Long and short term

The study doesn’t just focus on the long-term potential of hydrogen. Interesting test cases in the short run with potential for the Flanders region will also be examined. 

The preliminary study will end in late 2020 and will be conducted by Waterstofnet, KU Leuven (COK-KAT) and Fluvius. Flux50 will participate in the sounding board group, together with companies and organizations such as Colruyt, Cogen Vlaanderen and Tractebel.