UK's First Hydrogen Training Centre Opens at Fife College
Key Ideas
- The hydrogen training centre at Fife College aims to upskill over 100 Gas Safe registered engineers to safely convert homes to hydrogen, supporting SGN's green hydrogen trial.
- Engineers will gain hands-on experience with hydrogen appliances from leading manufacturers, ensuring competency in installation and maintenance.
- The initiative is praised by industry leaders like GMB and SGN as a crucial step in preparing the workforce for the transition to green energy and a net-zero economy.
- Partnerships between SGN, Fife College, and industry bodies have been key in developing the courses, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in clean energy skills development.
The UK's first hydrogen training centre has opened at Fife College, located in Fife, United Kingdom, to upskill Gas Safe registered engineers in working with hydrogen. The facility is part of SGN's green hydrogen trial, H100 Fife, which aims to supply green hydrogen to homes in Levenmouth through a purpose-built network. The centre, situated at Fife College's Levenmouth Campus, will provide practical training on hydrogen appliances and systems with support from manufacturers like Baxi, Worcester Bosch, and others. This training will equip engineers to safely convert homes from natural gas to hydrogen, a critical aspect of the H100 Fife project. Industry leaders, including GMB and SGN, have lauded the initiative for preparing the workforce for the transition to green energy and a net-zero economy. Partnerships between SGN, Fife College, and industry bodies such as BPEC and Energy & Utility Skills have been instrumental in developing the training courses, ensuring that engineers are prepared for the challenges of the future. The training not only focuses on engineering skills but also emphasizes community engagement, with Fife Council staff set to be trained alongside industry engineers, showcasing a commitment to future-proofing local talent for the evolving energy landscape.