Send me a messageHey there, Climate Confident listeners! In this eye-opening episode, I had the pleasure of discussing the ins and outs of hydrogen with Michael Barnard, Chief Strategist at TFIE Strategy, a leading expert in the renewable energy sector. We dived deep into the role of hydrogen in the clean energy transition and debunked some common misconceptions surrounding this element.Michael passionately shared his insights on why hydrogen is gaining traction in the energy industry, and we had a lively conversation about its applications, limitations, and future potential. Get ready to have your mind blown as Michael busts the myth of hydrogen being a viable option for aviation or marine transport.Here's a sneak peek at what we covered in this episode:The truth behind hydrogen hype and the reasons why it's being pushed so heavily in the energy sectorMichael's expert analysis on the practicality of hydrogen for aviation and marine transportThe challenges faced by the fossil fuel industry and the factors contributing to hydrogen's popularityA deep dive into the world of industrial heat and the role hydrogen could play in decarbonizing heat productionThe fascinating dynamics between governments, industries, and the future of hydrogen in the global energy landscapeSo, are you ready to become more climate confident and discover the reality of hydrogen's role in our sustainable future? Tune in to this episode and join us on this enlightening journey! Don't forget to subscribe to stay up-to-date with the latest episodes and share your thoughts using #ClimateConfidentPodcast.And don't forget you can check out the video version of this podcast on YouTube here https://youtu.be/Xuzhf7I6zqkHappy listening!Tom RafterySupport the showPodcast supportersI'd like to sincerely thank this podcast's amazing supporters: Jerry Sweeney Andreas Werner Stephen Carroll Roger Arnold And remember you too can Support the Podcast - it is really easy and hugely important as it will enable me to continue to create more excellent Climate Confident episodes like this one.ContactIf you have any comments/suggestions or questions for the podcast - get in touch via direct message on Twitter/LinkedIn. If you liked this show, please don't forget to rate and/or review it. It makes a big difference to help new people discover the show. CreditsMusic credits - Intro by Joseph McDade, and Outro music for this podcast was composed, played, and produced by my daughter Luna Juniper