Towards Sustainable Energy: Modeling a modified 50kWp Photovoltaic PEM Electrolysis System for Green Hydrogen in Tegucigalpa

Abstract

The transition towards clean and sustainable energy solutions has become paramount to addressing global environmental concerns and energy security. As part of this imperative, proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis systems for hydrogen production have garnered significant attention. These systems leverage electrical energy to efficiently separate water into its constituent elements, hydrogen and oxygen, without emitting harmful emissions. The hydrogen produced serves as a versatile energy carrier for applications such as clean mobility, energy storage, and industrial processes. This research project aims to model a PEM electrolysis system, exploring its operational dynamics under real environmental conditions. Through modeling, experimentation, and systems analysis, the objective is to assess the results obtained from installing an electrolysis system powered by photovoltaic energy. The MathWorks model “PEM electrolysis system” will be a modified version used to simulate a hydrogen system supplied by a photovoltaic system with a generation capacity of up to 35 KW, showcasing the specific irradiance conditions of Tegucigalpa. It should be noted that the synergy of PEM electrolysis with renewable energy sources holds immense promise for the future development of Latin American countries. As these nations aim to fortify their energy infrastructures and reduce dependence on conventional sources, electrolysis emerges as a clean, versatile, and economically viable solution, utilizing the region's abundant renewable resources to shape a sustainable and prosperous energy future.