Day 1 – Kick-off and Expert Presentations
The final session of the TTT (Train-the-Trainer) series began with a strong international presence. Trainers explored key technological and regulatory developments in hydrogen:
• E-SAF and e-methanol: Presented by Ghita Benaddi (H2V), covering synthetic aviation fuels and methanol as low-carbon energy carriers.
• Material Challenges: Dr. Michaela Ewen (Saarländische Wasserstoffagentur) highlighted material compatibility and durability issues in hydrogen systems.
• ATEX-0 Certification: Christophe Ficquet (AFPA) introduced explosion protection standards relevant to hydrogen environments.
• LuxHyVal Project: Bradley Ladewig (University of Luxembourg) shared insights into Luxembourg’s hydrogen innovation and validation initiatives.
Day 2 – Hydrogen Geopolitics and Institutional Engagement
Participants explored the geopolitical dimension of hydrogen:
• Mosaïque Hydrogène: A framework developed by Mikaa Blugeon-Mered and presented by Bertrand Chauvet (Seiya Academia), offering a strategic lens on hydrogen’s global dynamics.
• Representatives from the Interreg North-West Europe (NWE) programme joined to meet participants and observe activities, underlining institutional support for transnational collaboration.
Day 3 – Industry Engagement: Iqony Visit
Participants visited Iqony, an associated organisation, where they received a detailed presentation of the HydroHub project, focusing on applied hydrogen technologies in the energy sector.
Day 4 – Steel Industry and Hydrogen
The session included a technical site visit to DHS – Dillinger Hütte Saarstahl AG, offering practical insights into decarbonisation pathways in the heavy industry sector, with emphasis on hydrogen integration into steel production.
Day 5 – Standards and Future Applications
The closing day focused on regulation and built-environment innovation:
• ILNAS (Luxembourg): Presented current developments and needs in hydrogen standards and certifications.
• H2Gremm: Showcased a project focused on autonomous buildings powered by hydrogen systems, emphasizing practical use cases and sustainable housing.
Conclusion and Next Steps
The TTT4 session concluded with recognition of the trainers’ dedication and cross-border collaboration. The next phase will focus on developing targeted training modules to equip professionals with the skills needed to implement hydrogen technologies across sectors.
