COMPUTER SIMULATION OF HYDROGEN (H2) ENERGY FUELS CELL TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION FOR ELECTRICITY-POWER GENERATION IN THE COASTAL REGION OF ONDO STATE

Nigeria’s coastal regions, including Ondo State, experience severe electricity deficits due to unreliable grid infrastructure and dependence on fossil fuels. This study investigates the adoption of hydrogen (H₂) fuel cell technology as a clean and scalable alternative for power generation in these areas. Using simulations developed in Python and MATLAB, hydrogen fuel cell performance was modeled under varying flow rates (25–50 L/h) and environmental conditions. Results show a linear increase in power output (13.9–27.9 kW) with stable conversion efficiency (approximately 60%), indicating reliability and scalability for rural and industrial applications. Comparative analysis suggests hydrogen fuel cells can reduce greenhouse gas emissions, operational costs, and environmental degradation compared to diesel-powered systems. Techno-economic and policy assessments highlight long-term cost savings, energy security, and social benefits when integrated with solar-powered hydrogen production. The study concludes that hydrogen fuel cells offer a viable, sustainable pathway for clean electricity generation and energy transition in Ondo State’s coastal regions.