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February 21, 2026EnergyOpen Access

Profitability vs. Emission Intensity: Electrolysis Strategies in Germany’s Evolving Hydrogen Market

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PEPhilipp EiseleAOAnnie OlofssonRCRui Castro

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Techno-economic model evaluates profitability and emissions of hydrogen production in Germany, highlighting operational strategies.

Key Points

  • This research aims to evaluate the economic viability and emission intensity of various electrolysis strategies in hydrogen production.
  • Developed a mixed-integer linear programming optimization model
  • Assessed four operational strategies under Renewable Energy Directive II
  • Evaluated strategies based on profitability metrics like Net Present Value and Levelized Cost of Hydrogen
  • Conducted sensitivity analysis on economic and environmental outcomes
  • Positive correlation between profitability and emission intensity in hydrogen production
  • Revenue stacking from ancillary services improves economic performance
  • Flexibility in operation enhances participation in energy markets
  • Trade-offs identified between profitability metrics and carbon intensity

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Eisele et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69994c80873532290d02103ehttps://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2026.140508
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