Smart Renewable–Hydrogen Energy Networks and Fusion-Assisted Technologies for Sustainable, Carbon-Free Electricity Generation
Enoch Temiloluwa Olonade1, Micheal Abimbola Oladosu*2, Moses Adondua Abah3, Ugochukwu Daniel Okwor4, Daniel Oluwaseun Olorunmaiye5, Anya Adebayo Anya6
1Enoch Temiloluwa Olonade, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Engineering and Technology. University of Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria.
2Micheal Abimbola Oladosu, Department of Chemical Sciences, Faculty of Sciences, Anchor University, Ayobo, Ipaja, Lagos, Nigeria.
3Moses Adondua Abah, Department of Research and Linkages, Research Hub Nexus Institute, Ayobo, Lagos State, Nigeria.
4Ugochukwu Daniel Okwor, Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences, Federal University of Wukari, Wukari, Taraba State, Nigeria.
5Daniel Oluwaseun Olorunmaiye, Department of Oil and Gas with Energy Management, Faculty of Engineering, University of East London.
6Anya Adebayo Anya, College of Management and Human Potential, Walden University, Minneapolis, United States.
Manuscript received on 16 June 2026 | First Revised Manuscript received on 26 June 2026 | Second Revised Manuscript received on 06 July 2026 | Manuscript Accepted on 15 July 2026 | Manuscript published on 30 July 2026 | PP: 12-18 | Volume-15 Issue-2, July 2026 | Retrieval Number: 100.1/ijrte.D839615041126 | DOI: 10.35940/ijrte.D8396.15041126
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Abstract: Two complementary technological routes, smart renewable–hydrogen energy networks and fusion-assisted electricity generation, are of great interest in the global push towards decarbonised power systems. Renewable-Hydrogen networks combine variable renewables (such as solar, wind, and hydro) and electrolysis with delivery, storage, and digital management to provide dispatchable, carbon-free electricity. Meanwhile, after recent strides in ignition and with rising private-sector funding, fusion energy is becoming a long-term, high-density, low-carbon alternative to renewable-hydrogen generation. This review compiles recent literature (2020-2025) on the various production methods for green hydrogen, hydrogen storage technologies, smart grid management with the aid of artificial intelligence, and the status of magnetic and inertial confinement fusion, before exploring the possibility of using fusion-assisted heat and electricity generation in conjunction with renewable hydrogen infrastructure for augmenting the reliability of the grid and minimising emissions throughout the hydrogen value chain. Three comparative tables summarise hydrogen production routes, hydrogen storage options, and fusion confinement approaches, and four proposed schematic figures visualise network architecture, production growth trends, fusion reactor concepts, and an integrated fusion–hydrogen– renewable smart grid. The paper discusses key barriers (capital cost, materials durability, electrolyser degradation, fusion engineering readiness, etc.) and the policy and research priorities needed to support a resilient, low-carbon electricity future.
Keywords: Green Hydrogen; Smart Grid; Renewable Energy; Nuclear Fusion; Carbon-Free Electricity; Energy Storage; Artificial Intelligence.
Scope of the Article: Chemical Engineering