Hydrogen Storage and Pipeline Transportation Design

Engineers, energy consultants, and sustainability professionals should watch this seminar to understand the "roadmap for change" required to scale hydrogen infrastructure globally. The presentation provides high-level insights into the J-curve analysis for cost optimization, helping viewers learn how to minimize the levelized cost of hydrogen transportation. By engaging with this content, participants will gain practical knowledge on material selection, compressor technology, and the strategic advantages of blending hydrogen into existing natural gas networks, which is essential for anyone involved in energy transition projects or large-scale infrastructure planning.

This webinar, titled "Hydrogen Storage and Pipeline Transportation Design," is presented by Fluor’s Office of Technology and features experts Dr. David Chang and Wendy Quach. The session explores the critical role of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier in the global transition to Net Zero and addresses the unique engineering challenges posed by its physical and chemical properties. From the mechanics of hydrogen embrittlement to the economic optimization of massive infrastructure, the video provides a detailed technical overview of how existing fossil fuel systems can be transitioned or upgraded to support a sustainable hydrogen economy.

Source: Fluor [Youtube]

- Introduction

- Hydrogen Embrittlement & Safety

- Storage Solutions

- Pipeline Infrastructure & Blending

- Compression Technology

- Economical Optimization (J-Curve)