The European projects ELOBIO, MACGhYVER and ANEMEL met last November in Ciudad Real, in Spain, as part of the Green Hydrogen Challenge portfolio activities. During this meeting, the three projects explored shared objectives goals and identified potential opportunities for collaboration.
The Green Hydrogen portfolio gathers nine projects working towards a common goal: developing more efficient and sustainable methods for hydrogen production. These projects are funded through the European Innovation Council (EIC) Pathfinder challenge call “Novel Routes to Green Hydrogen Production,” launched in 2021.
During the meeting, ELOBIO, MACGHYVER and ANEMEL reviewed their main objectives, focusing on their shared commitment to advancing sustainable hydrogen production through innovative electrolysis methods. The discussions highlighted areas of synergy, particularly regarding the catalysts and materials used, as well as the key components of the electrolyser systems. This exchange provided an opportunity to identify shared challenges, with the three teams presenting their approaches to catalyst development and material optimisation, showcasing complementary strategies. They also expressed their intent to pursue joint research initiatives focusing on catalyst development.
Together, these projects will ensure Europe is ready for the hydrogen economy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels and advancing towards a climate-neutral future. During the meeting, the three teams discussed sustainability aspects, and shared experimental data to validate and refine their respective technologies. They also compared the environmental impacts and costs associated with the different technologies under development in each project. Additionally, the group visited the facilities and research labs at the University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spanish partner in the ELOBIO and MACGHYVER projects.
This exchange exemplifies the value of fostering cooperation within the European research community to address global challenges, such as transitioning to clean and sustainable energy sources.
