HYDROGEN ELECTROLYZER MARKET SIZE AND SHARE ANALYSIS - GROWTH TRENDS AND FORECASTS (2024 - 2031)
Hydrogen Electrolyzer Market, By Technology (Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM), Alkaline Electrolyzer (AE), Solid Oxide Electrolyzer (SOE), and Anion Exchange Membrane), By Power Generation (500 kW, 500-2,000 kW, and 2,000 kW), By End-use Industry (Chemical Industry, Refining, Power Generation, and Others), By Geography (North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East, and Africa).
The rising focus of governments around the world to incorporate renewable energy as part of their strategy to reduce carbon emissions will drive the demand for hydrogen electrolyzers. Most countries have pledged to increase the share of hydrogen, especially green hydrogen, produced from renewable electricity in their overall energy mix. This focus on developing a hydrogen economy is expected to boost electrolyzer installations significantly.
North America currently dominates the hydrogen electrolyzer market due to supportive government policies and initiatives. However, the Asia Pacific region is likely to witness the fastest growth, led by China, Japan, and South Korea. These countries have unveiled ambitious hydrogen roadmaps and are aggressively working towards building hydrogen infrastructures and applications. Overall fuel cell vehicle sales are also rising rapidly in Asia Pacific which will spur electrolyzer demand.
While the outlook for the hydrogen electrolyzer industry is positive, high initial costs remain a major barrier to widespread adoption. Technology advancements are needed to reduce the capital cost per kilowatt of electrolyzers. Ensuring availability of low-cost renewable electricity will also be critical. Any delays in scaling up renewable energy capacities could hamper electrolyzer market growth targets. Furthermore, lack of common hydrogen fuel standards and cross-industry collaboration pose challenges.