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The future of hydrogen production through steam methane reforming
As the world pushes to decarbonize and countries navigate through the energy transition, traditional carbon-emitting energy sources will soon electrify - with low-carbon fuels expected to provide up to 60 percent of the world’s energy needs. As the largest event in Canada showcasing hydrogen as a key enabler to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, the Canadian Hydrogen Convention will position Canada as a global hydrogen superpower.
This must-attend event will bring the entire Canadian supply chain together to discuss innovations and solutions for low-carbon hydrogen production, energy infrastructure, storage and the path forward as Canada works towards net zero by 2050.
Stop by Wood’s booth 404 to join the conversation exploring the world’s energy demands and hydrogen’s role in making an impact. Speak with Wood’s international subject matter experts and join one of our in-booth conversations to discover how we’re designing the future of hydrogen across our global project portfolio.
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Learn how blue hydrogen is made during our VR experience of a hydrogen plant
We are running eight in-booth conversations over the two days.
Topic | Host | Technical Guest(s) |
Blue Hydrogen | Jacqueline Allen | Craig Nitchman |
Blue Hydrogen | Aly Kanji |
David Richards TC Energy |
Green Hydrogen (power to X) | Ashley Imbrogno | Jacqueline Allen |
Hydrogen as Fuel | Jacqueline Allen | John-Roy Vosloo |
Repurposing Pipelines (standards) | Rachel Goodship | Jim Steeves |
Repurposing Pipelines (technical) | Rachel Goodship | Srinivasan KV |
First Nations Involvement | Kahsha Patterson |
Nolan Arcand Alexander Business Centre |
View the full Technical Courses Program.
There is a common misconception that steam methane reforming (SMR) technology is dated and does not stack up economically or provide high carbon capture rates when compared with other hydrogen production technologies. It is important to scrutinise and challenge these myths to understand what technology best suits an organisation’s project requirements.
Through continuous development and innovation, our new generation of blue SMR technology provides a greater economic and efficient alternative for production needs at large capacities.
Reduced operational and capital expenditure through removing the need for costly post-combustion flue gas carbon capture.
The simplicity and flexibility of the steam generation to provide zero export steam or produce enough excess steam to support the carbon capture technology process if required.
SMR has the longest proven track record of natural gas-based H2 production technologies in the market.
Fully modular plant, including our unique Terrace Wall™ furnace support optimised schedule, lower total installed cost and reduced construction time.
Integrated pre-combustion carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) allows up to 95% CO2 emission reduction with potential further reductions through electrification.
Reduced carbon footprint by minimising fuel gas consumption and optimising steam production.
Unit revamping opportunities to achieve debottlenecking, increase capacity and CAPEX-friendly revamps to extend the life of existing SMR assets in an environment of growing clean hydrogen demand.
SMR presents a cost-effective solution for H2 production and offers owners the choice to switch energy vectors as the end-markets for H2, liquid H2, MCH and ammonia develop later this decade. This versatility in application helps operators’ phase and de-risk their CAPEX as the market matures.