problems with hydrogen fuel cells

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Hydrogen Fuel Cells the propaganda and the reality:

Hydrogen Fuel Cells the propaganda and the reality James White

What are hydrogen fuel cells?:

What are hydrogen fuel cells? Effectively it is just a battery It uses hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity Its only waste products are water and heat Lasts forever, as long as there is fuel

The good?:

The good? No use of fossil fuels Abundant raw material Efficient energy production No pollution Eco-friendly

The bad:

The bad Inefficient hydrogen processing causes pollution Non existent refuelling infrastructure Does not work in cold temperatures Very expensive

The explosive!!!:

The explosive!!! Hydrogen is a highly flammable material So even with the slightest of collision with another heavy object, can result in a huge explosion