Abstract
Japan’s government and industry have jointly decided to implement a Hydrogen Society plan, starting in 2015, with completion by or beyond 2040. This decision was made in the aftermath of the 2011 Earthquake and Tsunami disaster, which forced Japan to look for alternative sources of sustainable energy. The Hydrogen Society plan consists of three phases: Phase 1 is an extension of the current fuel cell program, which includes broader diffusion of fuel cells into the global market accompanied by dramatic cost reduction of both hydrogen and fuel cells. Phase 2 envisions the large-scale introduction of hydrogen power generation and the establishment of a wide-spread hydrogen supply infrastructure. Phase 3 would establish a zero-carbon emission hydrogen supply system throughout the manufacturing process. This article reviews the details of the plan, investigates the rationale for the decision, examines the implementation approach, and provides a brief look at possible outcomes.
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