- 02 December 2025
New article published!
We’re pleased to share a new scientific output developed within the DINAMINE project by Nina Lokar, Miguel Muñoz Ortiz, Amira Rachah, Tazrin Ahmed, Espen Vinge Fanavoll, Xiang Ma, and Blaž Likozar.
Hydrogen is rapidly positioning itself as a key enabler of mining’s decarbonisation. Over the past decade, an increasing number of pilot projects have demonstrated hydrogen-powered trucks, excavators, and industrial processes achieving emission reductions of up to 95%. Beyond this, hydrogen offers clear advantages over battery-electric systems, including longer driving ranges, faster refuelling, and higher energy density.
With large mine sites expected to require 5-10 tonnes of hydrogen per day and costs trending toward 3-6 USD/kg, momentum is growing -even as challenges remain in infrastructure, safety, and regulation.
This review synthesises insights from more than 170 studies and industrial trials, outlining the latest progress in hydrogen production, storage, transport, and deployment across mining operations. It highlights where hydrogen can deliver the greatest impact, particularly in remote locations, and explores future opportunities such as on-site electrolysis and integration with renewable fuel systems.
The outcome is a clear roadmap showing how hydrogen can support a sustainable, low-carbon future for the mining industry.
