New paper from Swinburne further explores looming hydrogen skills deficit
Research published this month reflects findings of a larger research study finding industry participants believe urgent cross sector action is needed to facilitate a hydrogen workforce in Australia
Published earlier this month in the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Skilling the green hydrogen economy: A case study from Australia is part of a larger research study undertaken by the Victorian Hydrogen Hub (VH2) which released last year's Hydrogen Skills Roadmap.
Developed in collaboration with over 37 industry representatives, VH2’s Hydrogen Skills Roadmap identified the jobs impacted and the skills required for the burgeoning hydrogen sector, which will be critical to achieving Australia’s carbon emission reduction targets. It also collated existing education and training in Australia and overseas.
The latest research paper from the VH2 team further draws on data that gathered insights on training gaps from a range of hydrogen industry participants. A total of 41 industry participants completed a survey and 14 of those survey respondents participated in industry consultations.
Skilling the green hydrogen economy: A case study from Australia again recognises the industry perception of a looming skills shortage in the hydrogen sector and makes the following determinations:
- Cross-sector collaboration is needed to support education and training on hydrogen energy.
- Insufficient training is available to support skill development in hydrogen energy.
- Training on electrolysers, fuel cells, hydrogen storage and refuelling stations is most needed.
