green hydrogen

noun

: hydrogen that is produced by splitting water into its two components of hydrogen and oxygen using a renewable energy source (such as wind or solar)

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In March this year Saudi Arabia’s Neom project, which will become the largest green hydrogen plant, was estimated to be 90% finished and has since signed a commercial deals to distribute its product. Sverre Alvik, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 However, electrolysis requires significant amounts of electricity, which can make green hydrogen expensive. Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026 The launch is part of India’s broader efforts to develop green hydrogen and reduce carbon emissions. ABC News, 17 July 2026 Very promising renewable energy sources, such as green hydrogen, can fuel heavy vehicles like trucks and reduce carbon emissions. Jeff Horseman, Oc Register, 5 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for green hydrogen

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First Known Use

2002, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of green hydrogen was in 2002

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“Green hydrogen.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/green%20hydrogen. Accessed 11 Aug. 2026.

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