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Based on application, the steam reformer merchant hydrogen generation industry is segmented into petroleum refinery, chemical, metal and others. Chemical is projected to grow by more than USD 22 billion by 2032. Rising demand for processes that can be easily integrated with the existing chemical setup, enhance overall efficiency and minimize transportation costs and logistical challenges associated with hydrogen delivery will complement the process penetration.
Fluctuation in the chemical market dynamics influenced by various factors, including geopolitical tensions, trade policies, and fluctuating energy prices is driving the process adoption to mitigate risks associated with supply chain disruptions. Furthermore, companies can enhance their resilience against global market volatility by producing hydrogen closer to end-use locations or strategically situating facilities, ensure a reliable clean fuel supply, strengthening the market growth.
Asia Pacific steam reformer merchant hydrogen generation market is anticipated to grow over USD 20 billion by 2032. Rising environmental concerns and emission targets will stimulate the process demand from various industries to generate hydrogen with a lower carbon footprint, particularly when integrating with carbon capture technologies. Presence of substantial natural gas reserves, particularly in countries such as Australia and Malaysia makes steam reforming an economically viable option for clean energy production, boosting the process growth.
In the U.S. shifting focus of energy independence and reducing reliance on foreign energy sources supported by initiatives such as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act emphasizing the need for hydrogen as a clean energy solution, will encourage the process deployment. Increasing companies' ambitious sustainability targets, aiming to reduce their carbon footprints will stimulate the process penetration in the chemical and energy sectors to generate low-carbon hydrogen, supporting their corporate responsibility initiatives while enhancing their market competitiveness.