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high-temperature steam electrolysis
Also known as: HTSE, high temperature electrolysis
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How Nuclear Power Supports Decarbonization Goals - LinkedIn linkedin.com 2 facts
measurementThe described nuclear reactor reaches temperatures over 750°C, which is suitable for industrial-scale hydrogen splitting via high-temperature electrolysis.
claimThe described nuclear reactor model is designed for 'process heat,' delivering thermal energy directly to high-temperature electrolysis units to split water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen.
Chapter: 5 Beyond Electricity: Nuclear Power's Potential to Play a ... nationalacademies.org 2 facts
referenceD. Wendt, L. Knighton, and R. Boardman authored 'High Temperature Steam Electrolysis Process Performance and Cost Estimates' (INL/RPT-22-66117-Rev000) at Idaho National Laboratory in 2022.
referenceThe Department of Energy published the report 'Hydrogen Production Cost from High Temperature Electrolysis—2020' (Report #20006) in Washington, DC.
Nuclear Energy and Climate Change Mitigation everycrsreport.com Apr 1, 2025 1 fact
referenceTyler Westover et al. developed preconceptual designs for coupling power delivery between a 4-loop pressurized water reactor (PWR) and 100-500 MWe high-temperature steam electrolysis (HTSE) plants in an April 2023 report for Idaho National Laboratory.