Modeling Hydrogen Storage System with Application in Public Transportation in Mobile, AL

Renewable energy sources like wind, solar, hydroelectric, and wave powers have become a sustainably viable source of energy. During peak hours, the energy generated by a renewable energy source may exceed the general demand of the population, thereby causing excess energy being wasted. One way to make use of this excess energy is to convert electrical energy to another stable, an energy efficient, and storable form such as hydrogen—the field of study being called power-to-gas (P2G). P2G also involves studying the various ways to store hydrogen that would minimize any loss in energy during the process. One interesting application and case study would be the use of hydrogen fuel cell as an alternative fuel for a bus transit system. This study explores different hydrogen storage mechanisms for energy harvested from various renewable energy sources unique or feasible in Alabama to be used in a bus transit system in Mobile, Alabama. We are looking at the feasibility of the process and how this system can be optimized for efficiency and profit.