Green Hydrogen for Irrigation: A Pilot Model for Food Security and Energy Transition in Algeria

Abstract

This paper presents a pilot model for the integration of solar photovoltaic (PV) energy and green hydrogen
production to support irrigation over 100 hectares in Adrar, Algeria. The study focuses on the synergistic
relationship between solar radiation, PV generation, and agricultural water demand under desert climatic
conditions. Simulation data for the year 2025 demonstrate that hydrogen storage can effectively bridge the
temporal mismatch between energy availability and irrigation needs. The results highlight Adrar’s potential as a
strategic hub for coupling renewable energy and sustainable agriculture in North Africa.