Hidrogênio verde no Piauí: potencialidades e desafios na transição energética mundial

Abstract

This undergraduate thesis analyzes the potential and challenges for the consolidation of green hydrogen (H₂V) in the state of Piauí, assessing its economic impact within the context of the Brazilian and global energy transition. The study begins with a historical overview of energy matrices, emphasizing the rise of renewable sources and the strategic role of green hydrogen as a promising vector for energy storage, transportation, and fossil fuel replacement. The relevance of this research lies in the urgent need to combat climate change, decarbonize the energy matrix, and promote a sustainable development model with green job creation and enhanced energy security. Piauí is highlighted as a strategic hub due to its abundance of wind and solar resources. Methodologically, a qualitative, exploratory-descriptive approach was adopted, based on a systematic literature review. Data collection and analysis were carried out using content analysis, drawing from sources such as SciELO, Google Scholar, and official documents. The results indicate that Piauí presents favorable technical and environmental conditions to lead green hydrogen production in Brazil, making a significant contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and strengthening a cleaner, fairer, and more resilient energy matrix.