Exergy and energy analysis of a polygeneration scheme for hydrogen production using steam gasification of biomass

Key Points

• Hydrogen production efficiency is maximized through a polygeneration scheme, enhancing renewable energy use.
• Key metrics indicate significant benefits from steam gasification of biomass over traditional methods.
• Assessment involves exergy and energy analysis to evaluate resource utilization and environmental impact.
• Findings may enable advancements in sustainable energy technologies, necessitating further system optimization.