Ingeniería de concepto de una planta piloto para la producción de hidrógeno a partir de residuos agrícolas cañeros y su posterior utilización como vector energético

Abstract

This paper describes the results obtained from the stage of concept engineering in a hydrogen - producing plant from the agricultural residue of cane (RAC) in Loja canton, and its subsequent use as an energy vector. The work begins with a description of existing methods for the production of hydrogen. In a second stage, the particularities of the existing biomass in the canton are explained and the feasibility of hydrogen production is analyzed. Then, the particularities of the storage and transport of hydrogen is reviewed, and its potential uses explained, especially in fuel cells. Finally, the provision of supplies and energy to the pilot plant is analyzed. The approach to the provision of energy from hybrid systems that includes the use of renewable sources of energy, such as solar and wind is also analyzed.