Modeling Critical Enablers of Hydrogen Supply Chains for Decarbonization: Insights from Emerging Economies

The current global energy environment is experiencing a substantial shift towards minimizing carbon emissions and enhancing sustainability due to persistent problems. Demand for sustainable end-to-end energy solutions has boosted green hydrogen as the solution to decarbonize the world. The current study has identified and evaluated 7 main criteria of 27 sub-criteria for enabling the hydrogen supply Chains for decarbonization using the Fuzzy DEMATEL technique. The results show that the most prominent enablers criteria under causal factors are: cluster-based approach for developing a green hub, Cost and investment decisions, Hydrogen trade policy and regulatory actions and Technology. The effect group factors include: Assessment of ecological concerns- Ecology effect, Availability of Energy sources, and Awareness and public outreach. This study offers insights to understand the dynamics of the hydrogen supply chains and its way ahead towards decarbonization and transition towards a low-carbon economy. This research helps various academic and industrial stakeholders to give pace to green hydrogen uptake as a vital decarbonization tool and act as a base for strategic and collaborative decisions for a resilient and responsible energy landscape.