QUT's seven-year green energy project culminated in the successful development and testing of the H2Xport Pilot Plant in Brisbane, which recently received national recognition at the 2025 Smart Energy Excellence Awards in Sydney. The plant, located at the Redlands Research Facility, uses solar energy to extract hydrogen from non-drinkable water, demonstrating the feasibility of green hydrogen production. Led by Professor Anthony O'Mullane, the project showcased various advanced technologies such as battery storage and fuel cells, marking a significant advancement in renewable energy research. The plant, fully operational since December 2024, can produce up to 18kg of low-emission hydrogen daily and features a portable refuelling station for hydrogen vehicles. Manager Navin Bhardwaj highlighted the plant's role in training future hydrogen experts and accelerating the development of green hydrogen technologies. Additionally, Associate Professor Joshua Watts emphasized the plant's importance as a platform for industry and academic collaboration, benefiting partners like Vaulta Batteries and Lavo Hydrogen Batteries. The successful commissioning of the plant, detailed in the journal Energy Storage and Applications, was made possible through funding from ARENA and support from industry partners like Energy Developments Ltd and Sumitomo Electric Industries.