Steam Methane Reforming Blue Hydrogen Market Size

Steam Methane Reforming Blue Hydrogen Market was valued USD 1.5 billion in 2023 and is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 8.9% between 2024 and 2032. It refers to hydrogen production via SMR where the resulting CO2 emissions are captured and stored or utilized. This makes the process more environmentally friendly by significantly reducing the greenhouse gas emissions associated with hydrogen production. SMR with carbon capture technologies is an important step in the transition to low-carbon hydrogen production, balancing current industrial capabilities with the need to reduce environmental impact.

Rising push towards achieving net-zero emissions by mid-century propelling adoption of low-carbon technologies thereby boosting process demand. Growing demand for hydrogen in various sectors, including transportation, industry, and power generation is boosting investments in SMR with CCS technologies to overcome the increasing demand while addressing environmental concerns.

Expanding research advancements to improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of blue hydrogen production coupled with rising innovations in catalyst development, process optimization, and carbon capture techniques to reduce operational costs and enhance the overall production efficiency will stimulate process adoption. Furthermore, well-established natural gas infrastructure in many countries reduces the need for substantial new investments, making SMR a preferred, cost-effective and practical solution for scaling up clean fuel production.