IEEFA – Hydrogen Gas Does Not Belong in Your Home

The report by IEEFA "Hydrogen Gas Does Not Belong in Your Home" explores the limitations and risks of using hydrogen for home heating and cooking. Energy utilities’ plans to blend hydrogen with methane or convert entirely to hydrogen for home heating and cooking are not aligned with the limitations of hydrogen and the associated risks. The report highlights that burning hydrogen in homes poses health and safety risks, is inefficient for reducing CO2 emissions, and faces strong competition from technologies like heat pumps. The limited availability of hydrogen and its inefficiency as a home energy source are emphasized, suggesting that taxpayer-subsidized hydrogen projects should not target home use. The analysis points towards more viable alternatives such as wind, solar power, and battery storage.