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市場調查報告書
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2032 年氫氣發生器市場預測:按產品類型、製程、供應模式、產能、來源、應用和地區進行的全球分析Hydrogen Generators Market Forecasts to 2032 - Global Analysis By Product Type (On-site Hydrogen Generators and Portable Hydrogen Generators), Process, Delivery Mode, Capacity, Source Type, Application and By Geography |
根據 Stratistics MRC 的數據,全球氫氣發生器市場預計在 2025 年達到 11.8 億美元,到 2032 年將達到 18.6 億美元,預測期內的複合年成長率為 6.7%。
氫氣發生器是一種創新的解決方案,能夠利用電解和蒸汽甲烷重整等製程現場生產氫氣。這些系統減少了對大型倉儲設施和頻繁運輸的依賴,從而提供了更永續、更可靠的氫氣供應。全球對清潔能源的日益關注,正在加速其在化工、煉油、食品加工和發電等領域的應用。氫氣發生器以提供高純度氫氣而聞名,在提高生產效率的同時,也支持實現環保目標。此外,氫氣在燃料電池、緊急電源和交通運輸領域的應用不斷擴大,凸顯了氫氣在推動氫能生態系統以及推動全球碳中和和能源轉型方面的重要性。
根據國際能源總署(IEA)發布的《2022年全球氫能評估》,預計2021年全球氫能需求將達到9,400萬噸,並將出現顯著成長,尤其是在清潔氫能應用領域。電解制氫預計將迅速擴張,全球已宣布超過130個計劃。
清潔能源需求不斷成長
全球對永續能源日益成長的興趣是氫氣發生器市場的主要驅動力。世界各國政府正在實施更嚴格的環境法規並制定淨零排放政策,推動氫氣作為清潔能源的應用。現場氫氣產生系統解決了大容量儲存和物流難題,提供了可靠且環保的供應。再生能源、能源儲存以及與各種工業運作的融合正在提升氫氣市場的吸引力。此外,氫氣在減少水泥、鋼鐵和煉油等產業二氧化碳排放方面日益重要的作用,也進一步推動了氫氣的應用。獎勵計畫和大規模的綠色氫氣投資正在加速氫氣的商業化,並支持氫氣市場的全球擴張。
資本和營運成本高
由於安裝和營運高成本,氫氣發生器市場面臨巨大的限制因素。電解系統,尤其是在依賴再生能源的情況下,需要複雜的基礎設施、昂貴的材料和大量的能源。這些成本使得氫氣與傳統石化燃料和其他經濟實惠的替代品相比缺乏競爭力。許多中小企業由於預算限制而難以投資氫氣發生器。此外,許多國家不斷上漲的電費使得氫能發電成本高。這些財務挑戰阻礙了市場滲透,尤其是在資金籌措機會稀缺的新興經濟體,這限制了全球整體快速的商業性應用。
擴大在行動解決方案中的作用
氫動力交通為氫氣發生器市場帶來了巨大的機會。氫燃料電池動力來源的車輛,包括商用卡車、公共、鐵路網路以及未來的飛機,都需要可靠的高純度氫氣。現場發電系統可以有效率地提供這種供應,從而減輕集中式儲存和物流網路的壓力。政府措施和汽車製造商對氫能基礎設施的投資將進一步擴大市場範圍。旨在減少交通排放的全球政策預計將推動交通領域氫氣需求的激增。靈活且擴充性的氫氣發生器對於促進向清潔交通的轉型至關重要。
來自替代能源技術的競爭
氫氣發生器市場面臨來自生質燃料、電池儲能系統和天然氣等競爭性能源解決方案的巨大威脅。電池價格暴跌和電動車技術的進步正在轉移人們對氫動力出行的注意力。生質燃料憑藉其現有的供應鏈和相對低廉的基礎設施,仍然對該行業具有吸引力。這些競爭技術通常吸引的是注重成本的市場,從而減緩了氫氣發生器的廣泛應用。因此,來自現有和新興替代技術的競爭持續阻礙氫氣發生器的大規模部署,對長期成長構成風險。
新冠疫情為氫氣製造設備市場帶來了挑戰和機會。短期內,停工擾亂了供應鏈,減緩了生產,並推遲了全球多個氫能相關計劃的進展。這些中斷增加了成本,並降低了氫能的應用率。然而,這場危機也凸顯了清潔且富有韌性的能源系統的重要性,促使各國政府推行綠色復甦計畫。支持性政策和投資提升了人們對氫能作為永續燃料的興趣。隨著經濟復甦,對氫氣設備的需求開始強勁復甦。這場疫情最終強化了氫能的戰略重要性,使氫氣設備成為推動全球碳中和的重要工具。
現場製氫設備市場預計將在預測期內成為最大的市場
現場氫氣產生系統預計將在預測期內佔據最大的市場佔有率,因為它能夠將氫氣直接輸送到需要的地方。這種方法最大限度地減少了對外部供應鏈的依賴,降低了運輸成本,並避免了與大規模儲存相關的安全問題。化工、煉油、食品飲料和能源生產等關鍵產業越來越青睞現場氫氣生產系統,因為這些系統能夠可靠地取得高純度氫氣。它們與可再生能源的兼容性也增強了永續性計劃。現場製氫系統憑藉其運作可靠性、對第三方供應商的獨立性以及長期的經濟優勢,正成為各種工業和商業應用的首選,並確保其在全球範圍內得到廣泛應用。
預計電解部分在預測期內將以最高的複合年成長率成長。
由於對綠色氫氣生產的日益關注,預計電解領域將在預測期內實現最高成長率。該製程利用電力(最好來自可再生能源)將水分解成氫氣和氧氣,且無碳排放。其永續性優勢使其成為清潔能源轉型和可再生能源整合的理想選擇。各行各業和政府正在積極採用這項技術來支持脫碳和儲能需求。電解槽效率的持續提高、再生能源成本的下降以及強力的政策獎勵,進一步提升了電解市場的潛力。因此,電解已成為成長最快的氫氣方法。
由於優惠的政策、強大的技術基礎以及日益成長的工業應用,預計北美將在預測期內佔據最大的市場佔有率。該地區完善的氫能基礎設施,加上對清潔綠色氫能的積極投資,正在引領市場。化工、煉油、能源和食品加工等關鍵產業越來越依賴現場氫能發電。大型企業的存在和策略夥伴關係關係也支持市場擴張。此外,可再生能源發電與氫能發電的結合符合永續性和脫碳目標。在政府獎勵和資金支持下,北美繼續保持其作為氫氣發生器領先區域市場的主導地位。
預計亞太地區在預測期內的複合年成長率最高。這一成長可歸因於對清潔能源的大量投資、對氫能解決方案的強大政策支持,以及尋求可靠和永續能源的行業的持續發展。中國、日本、韓國和印度等國家正在率先建造大型氫能計劃,涵蓋從生產設施到先進的儲存和供應系統。該地區對實現可再生能源目標和減少碳排放的堅定承諾,進一步推動了氫能的應用。交通運輸、發電和電子產業日益成長的需求,也大大促進了亞太地區市場潛力的快速成長。
According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Hydrogen Generators Market is accounted for $1.18 billion in 2025 and is expected to reach $1.86 billion by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 6.7% during the forecast period. Hydrogen generators are innovative solutions that enable the on-site production of hydrogen gas using processes like electrolysis and steam methane reforming. These systems reduce dependence on large storage facilities and frequent deliveries, offering a more sustainable and reliable hydrogen supply. Increasing global emphasis on clean energy is accelerating their use in sectors including chemicals, refining, food processing, and electricity generation. Known for delivering high-purity hydrogen, they enhance productivity while supporting environmental goals. Moreover, expanding applications in fuel cells, emergency power, and transportation underline their importance in advancing the hydrogen ecosystem and driving efforts toward carbon neutrality and energy transition worldwide.
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), data from its Global Hydrogen Review 2022 shows that global hydrogen demand reached 94 million tonnes in 2021, and is projected to grow significantly, especially in clean hydrogen applications. Electrolysis-based hydrogen production is expected to scale up rapidly, with over 130 projects announced globally.
Rising demand for clean energy
Growing global interest in sustainable energy is significantly driving the hydrogen generators market. Governments worldwide are enforcing stricter environmental rules and establishing net-zero emission policies, fueling the adoption of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier. On-site hydrogen generation systems address challenges related to bulk storage and logistics, providing reliable and eco-friendly supply. Their integration into renewable power, energy storage, and various industrial operations boosts market appeal. Moreover, hydrogen's rising importance in reducing carbon emissions from industries such as cement, steel, and refining further strengthens adoption. Incentive programs and large-scale green hydrogen investments are accelerating commercialization, reinforcing the market's expansion worldwide.
High capital and operational costs
The hydrogen generators market faces major limitations due to the high costs linked to both installation and operation. Electrolysis systems, in particular, demand advanced infrastructure, costly materials, and large amounts of energy, especially when reliant on renewable power. Such expenses reduce hydrogen's competitiveness against traditional fossil fuels or other affordable alternatives. Many small and mid-sized enterprises struggle to invest in hydrogen generators because of budget restrictions. Furthermore, elevated electricity tariffs in numerous countries make hydrogen generation more expensive. These financial challenges hinder market penetration, particularly in emerging economies where funding opportunities are scarce, thereby restricting faster commercial adoption worldwide.
Expanding role in mobility solutions
Hydrogen-based transportation is creating strong opportunities for the hydrogen generators market. Vehicles powered by hydrogen fuel cells, such as commercial trucks, public buses, rail networks, and future aircraft, need dependable high-purity hydrogen. On-site generation systems can provide this supply efficiently, reducing the burden on centralized storage and logistics networks. Government initiatives and investments by automotive manufacturers in hydrogen infrastructure further expand the market scope. With global policies aimed at cutting transport emissions, demand for hydrogen in mobility is expected to surge. Flexible and scalable, hydrogen generators are positioned to become essential in fueling the growing transition to clean transportation.
Competition from alternative energy technologies
The hydrogen generators market faces a considerable threat from rival energy solutions such as biofuels, battery storage systems, and natural gas. The sharp decline in battery prices and technological progress in electric vehicles are diverting attention away from hydrogen-based mobility. Biofuels remain attractive for industries due to existing supply chains and relatively affordable infrastructure, while natural gas is still widely available at lower costs. These competing technologies often appeal more to cost-conscious markets, slowing hydrogen generator adoption. As a result, competition from established and emerging alternatives continues to hinder the large-scale deployment of hydrogen generators, posing risks to long-term growth.
The outbreak of Covid-19 created both challenges and opportunities for the hydrogen generators market. In the short term, lockdowns disrupted supply chains, slowed manufacturing, and delayed several hydrogen-related projects worldwide. These interruptions increased costs and reduced deployment. Yet, the crisis also highlighted the importance of clean and resilient energy systems, leading governments to push for green recovery initiatives. Supportive policies and investments boosted interest in hydrogen as a sustainable fuel. With economic activities resuming, demand for hydrogen generators began to recover strongly. The pandemic ultimately reinforced hydrogen's strategic importance, positioning generators as vital tools in advancing global carbon neutrality.
The on-site hydrogen generators segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period
The on-site hydrogen generators segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period because of its capacity to deliver hydrogen directly where it is required. This approach minimizes reliance on external supply chains, lowers transportation expenses, and avoids safety concerns linked to large-scale storage. Key industries such as chemicals, refining, food and beverage, and energy production increasingly favor on-site systems for consistent access to high-purity hydrogen. Their compatibility with renewable power sources also strengthens sustainability efforts. Offering operational reliability, independence from third-party suppliers, and long-term economic advantages, on-site hydrogen generators have become the preferred choice for diverse industrial and commercial applications, ensuring strong adoption globally.
The electrolysis segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period
Over the forecast period, the electrolysis segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate, driven by increasing focus on green hydrogen production. By using electricity-ideally from renewable resources-this process splits water into hydrogen and oxygen without emitting carbon. Its sustainability benefits make it a preferred choice for clean energy transitions and renewable integration. Industries and governments are actively adopting this technology to support decarbonization and energy storage needs. Ongoing advancements in electrolyzer efficiency, declining renewable power costs, and strong policy incentives further enhance its market potential. As a result, electrolysis is emerging as the most rapidly expanding method for hydrogen generation.
During the forecast period, the North America region is expected to hold the largest market share, driven by favorable policies, strong technological base, and rising industrial applications. The region's well-established hydrogen infrastructure, coupled with active investments in clean and green hydrogen, fuels market leadership. Major industries such as chemicals, refining, energy, and food processing increasingly rely on on-site hydrogen generation. The presence of major companies and strategic partnerships also support market expansion. Furthermore, integration of renewable energy with hydrogen generation aligns with sustainability and decarbonization objectives. Backed by government incentives and funding, North America maintains its dominance as the leading regional market for hydrogen generators.
Over the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR. This expansion is fueled by substantial clean energy investments, robust policy support for hydrogen-based solutions, and the ongoing development of industries seeking reliable and sustainable energy. Nations such as China, Japan, South Korea, and India are spearheading large-scale hydrogen projects, ranging from production facilities to advanced storage and supply systems. The region's strong commitment to achieving renewable energy targets and lowering carbon emissions is further propelling adoption. Rising demand from transport, power generation, and electronics sectors significantly contributes to Asia-Pacific's rapidly expanding market potential.
Key players in the market
Some of the key players in Hydrogen Generators Market include Linde plc, Air Liquide S.A., Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., Cummins Inc., Nel ASA, Plug Power Inc., ITM Power PLC, Siemens Energy AG, McPhy Energy S.A., Toshiba Energy Systems & Solutions Corporation, Element 1 Corporation, Millennium Reign Energy LLC, MVS Engineering, Peak Scientific Instruments and F-DGSi.
In June 2025, Linde announced it has signed a new long-term agreement with Blue Point Number One, a joint venture between CF Industries, JERA and Mitsui & Co. Under the terms of the agreement, Linde will supply industrial gases to Blue Point's 1.4 million metric tons low-carbon ammonia plant in Ascension Parish, Louisiana.
In March 2025, Nel ASA has signed an EPC collaboration agreement that allows SAMSUNG E&A to offer its customers complete hydrogen plants of its own design using Nel's electrolysers. In a separate transaction, SAMSUNG E&A will purchase 10% of newly issued Nel ASA shares through a direct placement, implying a post transaction ownership of 9.1%. As a result of this transaction, SAMSUNG E&A will become the largest single shareholder in Nel.
In February 2025, Cummins Inc announced a multi-year extension of its current agreement with Chrysler Group LLC. Cummins will supply 6.7-liter Turbo Diesel engines for Ram Heavy Duty pickups and Chassis Cab trucks while continuing to grow its partnership with Chrysler, which began 21 years ago. Cummins has produced more than 1.7 million Cummins Turbo Diesel engines for Dodge Ram Heavy Duty trucks since 1989.
Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.