The IFRF will hold its first CPD-certified hydrogen short course on 29th April – 3rd May 2024. Based in Sheffield, UK, the course will cover both theoretical and practical elements.  The event will take place at both the Advanced Manufacturing Park (AMP) Technology Centre and the University of Sheffield Translational Energy Research Centre (TERC). Places on this course are limited to 30, so please book now if you are interested.

IFRF members will receive a 10% discount on tickets and there is an additional ‘Early Bird’ discount of 15% for registrations by 4 March 2024.

Course overview- In this Continued Professional Development (CPD) course, you will learn about the technologies and processes that enable the production, utilisation and application of low/zero carbon hydrogen. We will explore the advantages and challenges of using low/zero carbon hydrogen and blend for various applications.

Who should attend- This course is designed for professionals from various backgrounds who want to learn about hydrogen production, utilisation and application, health and safety challenges and hydrogen foresight. You will benefit in particular from this course if you are:

• A process engineer, chemist, or fuel specialist who wants to learn more about hydrogen production, application, and utilisation.
• A regional developer who needs a technical overview of hydrogen.
• An energy and environmental manager who is considering using hydrogen.
• A process heat system designer who is exploring hydrogen as a heat source.
• A business development professional who wants to explore new opportunities and markets in the energy sector.

Course benefits

Organisational impact: This CPD short course is designed to help the organisation enhance its capabilities in the hydrogen related energy business. Participants will learn about the key factors that contribute to the production and use of hydrogen. They will also explore how hydrogen can create positive impacts on CO2 emission and fuel supply security. Finally, you will develop the skills and mindset to address the challenges and opportunities in this dynamic and complex industry.

What you will learn: This training course will help you to gain a comprehensive knowledge of hydrogen as a clean and sustainable energy source. You will learn how hydrogen is currently produced mainly from fossil fuels, such as natural gas, and next-generation blue and green hydrogen production pathways. You will also explore the challenges and opportunities associated with low/zero carbon hydrogen production. You will acquire the skills to design solutions that can overcome the technical barriers of hydrogen utilisation and combustion. Finally, you will also recognise how hydrogen can contribute to a secure, resilient, and decarbonised energy system.

Key information: The course will also include one evening dinner event, hosted with a keynote speaker. The course will be delivered by experts from industry, government, funding bodies, the researchers at the University of Sheffield TERC and hosts from the IFRF.

Tickets: Three ticket types are available for purchase, allowing you to experience certain parts of the course or all of it:

• Two-day theoretical pass (days 1 and 2) – this gives access to the theoretical days ONLY, which will discuss hydrogen health and safety, economics, policy, production, utilisation and industrial applications.
• Three-day practical pass (days 3, 4 and 5) – this gives access to the practical days ONLY, which will include activities on hydrogen combustion, hydrogen flame and heat transfer, modelling and process simulation. It also includes information on regulations, best practice and standards.
• Full week pass (days 1-5) – including all of the above

Full details including agenda, suggested hotels and ticket purchase are available now at IFRF Hydrogen Short Course 2024 – Eventbrite