CO2-Derived Fuels for Energy Storage

Peter J. Hall; I. A.Grant Wilson; Anthony Rennie

doi:10.1016/B978-0-444-62746-9.00003-7

CO₂-Derived Fuels for Energy Storage

Peter J. Hall^*, I. A.Grant Wilson, Anthony Rennie

^*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

This chapter examines the manner in which CO₂-derived fuels, synthesised using renewable energy, can help with decarbonisation of several sectors. Three areas are discussed: the electrical generation system, transport fuels and energy for heating. In addition, the advantages and disadvantages of such CO₂-derived fuels are considered with respect to other energy storage technologies. An introduction to the variations in daily demand on an electrical grid is illustrated by considering a single day experienced by the Spanish grid and the concept of a "generation mix" is presented. Synthetic fuels for transportation are explored alongside alternatives to the internal combustion engine, such as fuel cells and batteries. Finally, the area of heat provision, where CO₂-derived fuels can be expected to play a vital role is introduced.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	Carbon Dioxide Utilisation
Subtitle of host publication	Closing the Carbon Cycle: First Edition
Publisher	Elsevier
Pages	33-44
Number of pages	12
ISBN (Electronic)	9780444627483
ISBN (Print)	9780444627469
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-444-62746-9.00003-7
Publication status	Published - 12 Sept 2014

Keywords

Decarbonisation
Electrical generation
Energy storage
Heat
Synthetic fuel
Transport

ASJC Scopus subject areas

General Chemistry
General Environmental Science

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

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