Hydrogen Production from Nonrenewable Resources

Mohammad Reza Rahimpour is a Distinguished Professor of Chemical Engineering at Shiraz University, Iran. He earned a PhD in chemical engineering at Shiraz University, in collaboration with the University of Sydney, Australia, in 1988. He leads a pioneering research group specializing in fuel processing technology, with a particular focus on the catalytic conversion of both fossil fuels, such as natural gas, and renewable fuels, like bio‑oils derived from lignin, into valuable energy sources. Throughout his academic career, Dr. Rahimpour has specialized in hydrogen production technologies, including steam methane reforming, water electrolysis, photocatalytic hydrogen production, and hydrogen production from both renewable sources and fossil fuels. His extensive expertise and innovative research significantly contribute to advancements in hydrogen production and its practical applications. Mohammad Amin Makarem earned a PhD in chemical engineering at Shiraz University. His research interests include gas separation and purification, nanofluids, microfluidics, catalyst synthesis, reactor design, and green energy. Parvin Kiani earned a degree in chemical engineering at Shiraz University. Her research has focused on gas separation, clean energy, and catalyst synthesis.

Section I: Hydrogen Properties and Characteristics. 1. Hydrogen Phase Equilibria and Solubility Data. 2. Combustion Characteristics of Hydrogen. Section II: Technologies for Conversion of Nonrenewable Sources to Hydrogen. 3. Steam Reforming Process for Conversion of Hydrocarbons to Hydrogen. 4. Autothermal Reforming Process for Conversion of Hydrocarbons to Hydrogen. 5. Dry Methane Reforming Process for Conversion of Hydrocarbons to Hydrogen. 6. Tri-Reforming Process for Conversion of Hydrocarbons to Hydrogen. 7. Catalytic-Membrane Reactor for Hydrogen Production from Hydrocarbons. 8. Plasma-Assisted Conversion of Hydrocarbons and Coal for Hydrogen Production. 9. Catalytic Decomposition of Hydrocarbons for Hydrogen Production. 10. Gasification and Pyrolysis of Plastic Wastes for Hydrogen Production. Section III: Challenges of Hydrogen Synthesis and Production. 11. Techno-Economic Assessments of Hydrogen Production Technologies. 12. Life Cycle Assessment of Hydrogen Production Techniques. 13. Role of Hydrogen in the Current World Energy Consumption and Future Trends.