Alberta Leading the Charge: Promoting Sustainable Energy through Hydrogen Innovation
Key Ideas
- Alberta is emerging as a global leader in hydrogen fuel production and expertise, becoming Canada's largest producer of hydrogen.
- The University of Alberta is at the forefront of hydrogen innovation with the launch of the Centre for Hydrogen Innovation, Workforce Development and Outreach.
- More than 60 researchers at the university are collaborating to cover the entire hydrogen value chain and train a workforce for the emerging hydrogen economy.
- The goal is to develop a sustainable energy future by promoting the use of hydrogen, a zero-emissions fuel that produces only water when burned or used in a fuel cell.
Alberta is positioning itself as a frontrunner in sustainable energy by focusing on hydrogen innovation. As Canada's largest producer of hydrogen, the province has been utilizing abundant natural gas reserves for decades to produce hydrogen for various purposes. With the launch of the Centre for Hydrogen Innovation, Workforce Development and Outreach at the University of Alberta, researchers from different disciplines are coming together to advance hydrogen technology. Led by Amit Kumar, the centre aims to support research, policy development, and workforce training for the emerging hydrogen economy. The University of Alberta, with over 60 researchers dedicated to hydrogen-related studies, is creating a hub for expertise and collaboration. The ultimate goal is to pave the way for a sustainable energy future by harnessing the potential of hydrogen as a clean, zero-emissions fuel that can play a crucial role in reducing environmental impact.