Los Angeles City Council Delays Vote on Plan to Power Scattergood Generating Station with Green Hydrogen

The Los Angeles City Council has delayed a final vote on a plan to transition the Scattergood Generating Station, a power plant in Playa del Rey, to be powered by green hydrogen instead of natural gas. The council had voted 8-3 in favor of the plan last week, but delayed it until January after the council’s winter recess due to the new council members taking their seats. Environmental groups have expressed concerns about the impact of green hydrogen on the climate and lack of transparency from officials. Council President Paul Krekorian argued that without significant generating resources at Scattergood, the city would see energy reliability issues. However, environmental groups argue that hydrogen still produces emissions that can threaten the climate and would cost more than solar, wind or battery storage.

The Power of Green Hydrogen for Climate Change

Green hydrogen is a clean energy source that can help reduce the effects of climate change. It is produced through electrolysis, which uses renewable energy sources such as solar and wind to split water molecules into hydrogen and oxygen. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), green hydrogen has the potential to reduce global CO2 emissions by up to 6 gigatons per year by 2050. Additionally, green hydrogen could provide up to 24% of the world’s total energy needs by 2050, helping us transition away from fossil fuels and towards a more sustainable future. Furthermore, green hydrogen can be used in many different ways, including transportation, electricity generation, and industrial processes. With its potential to reduce emissions and create new jobs in the renewable energy sector, green hydrogen is an important tool in our fight against climate change.
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