The enhancement of biological hydrogen production through the optimisation of microalgal systems

In order to meet current NetZero targets, the introduction of hydrogen as a renewable energy source will play a vital role in the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and the decarbonisation of industrial sectors. The sustainable production of hydrogen can be achieved through biological processes, including systems utilising microorganisms. Microalgae are unicellular microorganisms that have gained interest in recent years due to their ability to produce a wide range of valuable products such as hydrogen, which can be collected for use in thermal energy generation. This research aims to improve the quantity of hydrogen produced using microalgal systems, by applying methods that can be scaled-up for future industrial use.

This seminar will introduce the key parameters, current methods and challenges associated with microalgal biological hydrogen production, and how these factors have influenced this research so far.