H2School – Hydrogen Knowledge for Organizations

Hydrogen offers immense potential but also presents significant technical challenges and safety considerations. Without proper education, it is difficult for companies to participate in the emerging hydrogen economy. This project aims to support their journey toward that goal.

The transition to a hydrogen economy will require substantial industrial investments, particularly in existing facilities, due to the need for process changes with unique characteristics. Implementing these changes will demand skilled professionals across various stages – from design and commissioning to production and R&D.

The H2School project responds to an urgent need for education as we move toward a hydrogen-based economy and the rapid, efficient, and environmentally friendly adoption of new energy solutions. The goal is to support a low-carbon economy and contribute to society’s carbon neutrality targets. Through education, the project increases the availability of skilled personnel to meet the challenges of hydrogen technologies, raises awareness of hydrogen use and safety across different applications, and promotes regional entrepreneurship. This includes fostering new hydrogen-related businesses, such as in the machinery industry, so that expertise does not need to be outsourced.

The project also addresses the structural transformation of the energy sector. The training programs developed are accessible regardless of time and location, emphasizing lifelong learning and collaboration between educational institutions. A key concept of the project is the creation of a “Hydrogen Highway” – a learning pathway from vocational school to university. This joint effort strengthens cooperation between educational organizations and builds a shared, broad-based understanding that lays the foundation for future regional co-development in hydrogen-related initiatives.