EnerHy CDT powers the future of green hydrogen with skilled workforce development

EnerHy CDT, the UK Research and Innovation Centre for Doctoral Training in Engineering Hydrogen Net Zero, is leading efforts to shape the future of the green hydrogen sector by developing a highly skilled workforce committed to a sustainable net-zero future.

Spearheaded by Loughborough University in collaboration with Cranfield University and the University of Strathclyde, the EnerHy CDT focuses on cultivating talent essential to the hydrogen economy, which is central to the global transition to clean energy.

In partnership with over 60 industry and civic organisations, EnerHy supports advancements in green hydrogen technology and wind energy innovation.

EnerHy hopes to develop future leaders to enable rapid growth in green hydrogen-related technology. Source: lboro..ac.uk

Green hydrogen, produced through electrolysis powered by renewable energy, is emerging as a key alternative to fossil fuels. To implement this technology at scale, a workforce with specialised skills in hydrogen production, storage, and application is essential.

Professor Dani Strickland, Director of EnerHy and Professor of Electrical Power Engineering at Loughborough University, explained:

“Our goal is to develop future leaders to enable rapid growth in green hydrogen-related technology.

“We welcome researchers from STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), business, and social science backgrounds. This diversity ensures a technically capable workforce ready to address challenges such as policy development and social acceptance.”

EnerHy’s mission is supported by strategic collaborations with leading organisations like BOC, Cadent, Caterpillar, ESB, SSE, regional developers, and local councils.

In partnership with Cadent, EnerHy is advancing hydrogen pipeline technology by innovating materials and processes for hydrogen blending and transportation. These efforts aim to lower carbon emissions and enhance UK energy security.

EnerHy is also working with Caterpillar on hydrogen-fuelled engine development for industrial applications and heavy machinery, contributing to cleaner, more efficient energy systems.

Professor Strickland highlighted the significance of these partnerships:

“Collaborating with a wide network of partners enables us to address the complex challenges of the hydrogen economy from multiple perspectives.

“This collective effort supports regional economic development and contributes to the UK’s net-zero targets.”

EnerHy CDT also offers fully funded PhD studentships, providing hands-on research experience for future hydrogen experts and innovators ready to make a global impact.

For more information, visit www.lboro.ac.uk, www.cranfield.ac.uk and www.strath.ac.uk.