By Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Safety is crucial for the use of hydrogen in energy storage systems. PNNL runs the H 2 Tools portal for the DOE Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office. This portal provides information for first responders to learn more about the difference between handling gasoline emergencies versus potential hydrogen incidents. H 2 Tools is a one-stop-shop for hydrogen safety, lessons learned, hydrogen properties, and useful calculators. To increase the availability of our hydrogen safety panel, first responder training, and hydrogen safety expertise, PNNL recently teamed with the American Institute of Chemical Engineers to establish the Center for Hydrogen Safety. The Center for Hydrogen Safety is a global nonprofit dedicated to promoting hydrogen safety and best practices worldwide. Through this center, we promote the safe handling and use of hydrogen across applications.
