Hydrogen Fundamentals: Production Technologies, Derivatives, Markets and Commercial Aspects

This course is designed for professionals in the energy industry and governments who want a fundamental overview of hydrogen as a clean energy alternative. During this program, we will jointly explore the world of hydrogen and learn more about its potential to help us achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and the challenges in adoption and commercialization.

As governments around the world work towards reducing their carbon footprint, hydrogen is quickly emerging as a key component of these efforts. The coverage will include clean energy fundamentals, hydrogen production technologies, its industrial applications, the drivers and barriers to its growth, and future potential of hydrogen as a clean fuel.

Discussion will also focus on the benefits and challenges associated with hydrogen as a carbon-free fuel, and how to make hydrogen more affordable and accessible to a wider range of industrial applications.

Additional information

Program Type

Code: CES_H2_01

Instructional Format

The program is designed with a blend of learning formats consisting of interactive lectures by an experienced industry specialist, group discussions of case studies, as well as team assignments and exercises.

Who Should Attend

This program is ideal for those managers, executives, specialists, and government officials who wish to discover the potential of hydrogen as a clean fuel, including its production methods, project development characteristics, implications on energy security and global economy. Participants will develop the necessary skills to evaluate hydrogen projects from both technological and commercial perspectives, helping them to make more informed decisions and effectively navigate the complexities of the hydrogen sector.

Program Content

Clean Energy Fundamentals, Properties of Hydrogen, Its Derivatives, and Production Technologies

  • Overview of Energy Transition
  • Clean Energy Fundamentals and the Role of Hydrogen
  • Properties of Hydrogen and Its Derivatives
  • Production Technologies of Hydrogen and Its Derivatives: Feedstock and Processes
  • Commercial Aspects
    • Cost of Production and Government Incentives
    • Case Studies

Hydrogen Value Chain: Logistics, Markets, and Industrial Applications

  • Hydrogen Value Chain and Infrastructure
  • Industrial Markets of Hydrogen and Derivatives
  • Role of Carbon Capture and Storage in Hydrogen Production
  • Impact of Regulation on Hydrogen Projects (International Standards)
  • Safety Specifications & Regulations
  • Team Exercises

Hydrogen Project Development and Commercial Issues

  • Hydrogen Project Economics
    • Waterfall of Cost Elements
    • Cost Reduction of Competing Technologies
    • Financing of Hydrogen Projects
    • Role of Government Support
  • Companies Active in Hydrogen Production
  • The Future of Global Hydrogen: Growth and Milestones
    • Improvements and Competing Technologies
    • Logistics & Infrastructure

Exercises and Group Discussions

During this program, parallel to the daily topics, instructors will introduce exercises and group discussions designed to bring the learning to life in an applied manner. This finely balanced mix of lectures, exercises and group discussions further facilitates the learning. Exercises and assignments are conducted in teamwork format with comprehensive debriefs to review the results of analyses and decisions made.