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Converting a natural gas boiler into a hydrogen boiler is no simple task
that must be addressed first . “ Converting a natural gas boiler into a hydrogen boiler is no simple task as hydrogen burns at higher temperatures and requires modifications such as an extra burner and a flame detection system due to hydrogen flames being almost invisible . Sourcing hydrogen also requires the implementation of a separate gas block . Nevertheless , these challenges are not unsurmountable as we and some of our competitors have already developed a very well-functioning hydrogen boiler . Therefore , from a technical standpoint , there are no significant challenges . The real issues lie in the value chain . Firstly , it only makes sense to work with hydrogen if the aim is to utilize green hydrogen . Having enough green hydrogen available at an acceptable cost will be quite challenging . Then , there is the issue of convincing homeowners to use hydrogen in their homes instead of natural gas . Baxi is involved in the important H100 live trial in Scotland with gas network , SGN , which has been designed to test the social acceptability and performance of hydrogen in a real home setting . SGN and other gas networks still have some work to do to make the gas grid fully compatible with hydrogen , should the government decide to repurpose some or all of the grid once fossil fuels have been phased out in homes .”
With its industry-leading portfolio and focus on building a zero-carbon future , Baxi is poised to strengthen its prominent position in heating solutions for the foreseeable future . ■
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