Hydrogen: From Production to Market

The Role of Hydrogen in the Energy Transition

This module equips you with a solid grasp of hydrogen's role in reducing carbon dioxide emissions, alongside a detailed look into its production, storage, and distribution.

Delve into global, regional, and national hydrogen strategies, enriched by a comparative analysis across various nations. Explore CCUS in blue hydrogen production, and the impact of hydrogen certification on promoting a sustainable hydrogen economy.

You will also develop a comprehensive understanding of financial policies driving the hydrogen economy, emphasising the importance of carbon pricing. Through diverse case studies, examine the differing National and EU strategies and their impact on the hydrogen economy.

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• Advanced Hydrogen Economy: Discover hydrogen's significance in reducing CO2 emissions, its production dynamics, and sectors suited for decarbonisation through hydrogen.

• Global Hydrogen Policies: Dive into the geopolitical landscape affecting hydrogen strategies and analyse global and regional hydrogen policies.

• Strategic Analysis of International Hydrogen Policies: Engage in a comparative analysis of country-specific hydrogen strategies and the crucial role of CCUS clusters in blue hydrogen production.

• Hydrogen Certification and Carbon Pricing: Understand the importance of hydrogen certification and the nuanced certification standards, alongside an exploration of carbon pricing's impact on the hydrogen economy.

Upstream Value Chain

As the buzz around hydrogen as a green energy source grows, understanding its production nuances becomes vital. This module is designed to take you on a fascinating exploration through traditional and modern hydrogen production avenues, opening doors to a greener and sustainable energy future.

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By engaging with this module, you are not just learning the technicalities, but also understanding the significant benefits tied to the hydrogen upstream value chain.

Uncovering the potential of green, blue, and turquoise hydrogen production, opens up a dialogue for cleaner energy sources, market innovations and a step towards sustainable industrial practices. The knowledge you gain here sets a solid groundwork for appreciating the broader spectrum of hydrogen’s role in the global energy narrative.

Midstream Value Chain

Module 3 invites you to traverse the critical midstream segment of the hydrogen value chain, where the essence of storage, transport, and innovative technologies come to life. This module is crafted to unveil the myriad methods and materials that pave the way for hydrogen's journey from production facilities to end-users. By delving into this module, you are opening up a window to the evolving hydrogen landscape, getting a step closer to the pulse of hydrogen-centric sustainable solutions.

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The Hydrogen Horizon

Unveil the endless possibilities of hydrogen in Module 4 as we delve into its applications across a spectrum of sectors. This module is designed to be your compass in navigating the hydrogen application landscape, from traditional sectors like refining and ammonia production to futuristic applications in aviation and marine transport. With a keen focus on the decarbonisation potential, this module aims to equip you with a nuanced understanding of how hydrogen is reshaping industries and propelling us towards a sustainable future.

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Forecasting the Hydrogen Future: Market Outlook and Your Own Hydrogen Island

Embark on a riveting journey into the future of hydrogen with Module 5. This module unfolds the methodologies and assumptions underpinning market forecasts, offering you a lens to envisage the global hydrogen demand, production, and market trends. It’s not just about understanding the forecasts; it's about engaging in a hands-on exercise to design your own hydrogen island, a unique feature that sets this module apart. Through this exercise, you'll not only grasp the theoretical knowledge but apply it in a practical scenario, fostering a deeper understanding of the hydrogen market dynamics.

Module highlights:

• Assumptions & Methodology: Dive into the basis of market forecasts, understanding the key factors and drivers shaping the hydrogen landscape. Engage in tasks that sharpen your forecasting skills, laying a robust foundation for the rest of the module.

• Hydrogen Demand & Production: Delve into the projected trends of global hydrogen demand and production. Discuss the various factors and advancements in technologies and policies that are set to influence future production capacities.

• Global Hydrogen Market Forecast: Explore the forecast of the global hydrogen market, identifying key market players, potential entrants, and emerging trends. Immerse yourself in case studies that dissect specific business strategies and outcomes in the hydrogen market.

• Create Your Own Hydrogen Island Exercise: Unleash your creativity and analytical skills in a stimulating exercise where you design your own hydrogen island. This exercise is not just about applying what you've learned, but about envisioning and creating a microcosm of a hydrogen-powered future.

The benefits of this module extend beyond just theoretical knowledge. It’s an opportunity to grasp the practical aspects of hydrogen market dynamics, and the 'Create Your Own Hydrogen Island' exercise empowers you to think innovatively, putting theory into practice. The exercise is set to be a stimulating capstone, enabling you to demonstrate your understanding and innovative ideas in a tangible format.