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Working safely with Hydrogen
Upcoming events
Serious gaming on the hydrogen value chain
07-05-2025
TPM-Hall C, 31.A0.080
As part of the project HyChain-ESI (https://research-software-directory.org/projects/hychain-esi) , a serious (board) game on the hydrogen value chain has been developed and PhD researchers are sought to play this game and give feedback. The HyChain-ESI project is all about creating methods, tools and policies to unlock (large-scale) hydrogen value chains. The goal is to help Europe develop a sustainable hydrogen economy in a short(est) amount of time. The game is a fun way to explore the exciting world of hydrogen value chains. What do you think is needed in terms of policy and cooperation to achieve a sustainable hydrogen economy in Europe? If you want to do more, you can become a game leader to play the game with policymakers.
Venue & date: TUD campus, TPM-Hall C, 31.A0.080, May 7
Program:
10:00 walk-in with coffee/thee
10:15 explanation & playing the game
12:15 evaluation; how did it go and what did you learn?
13:00 lunch
14:00 train the trainer/game leader (for those interested)
16:30 end
If you are interested or have questions, please contact p.a.h.vandervorm@tudelft.nl and/ or Renske van ‘t Veer.
Aanleiding
De klimaatcrisis dwingt ons om te werken aan de integratie van schone energie varianten.
Hydrogen is a Learning Community that focuses on the production, storage, safety and utilization of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier. Participants dive into the science and engineering behind hydrogen production methods, including electrolysis and steam methane reforming.
They also explore the various applications of hydrogen, such as fuel cells and transportation, and assess the environmental benefits and challenges associated with hydrogen-based energy solutions.
Doelstelling
De doelstelling van de Learning Community is bij te dragen aan de Green Deal: Duurzame Zorg
met als doel 50% reductie van grondstofverbruik in 2030 en maximaal circulair in 2050.
Omdat er op heel veel verschillende manieren naar deze doelstelling toe gewerkt kan worden is besloten gebruik te maken van R-Ladder met circulaire strategieën als kapstok om de verschillende vraagstukken aan op te hangen
Learning Community
Hydrogen
Hydrogen is a Learning Community that focuses on the production, storage, safety and utilization of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier. Participants dive into the science and engineering behind hydrogen production methods, including electrolysis and steam methane reforming.
They also explore the various applications of hydrogen, such as fuel cells and transportation, and assess the environmental benefits and challenges associated with hydrogen-based energy solutions.
Stakeholders:
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Hyer Power
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NIPV (Nederlands Instituut voor Publieke Veiligheid)
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The Green Village, TU Delft
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GroenvermogenNL HCA regio west
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Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management
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Taakveld Veiligheid Energietransitie
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Landelijk Platform Veilige Leefomgeving
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Safety & Security Institute TBM (TU Delft)
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Energy Switch Zuid-Holland partners
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Leidse Instrumentmakersschool
Coaches:
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Saul Oost (Hyer Power)
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Hessel Jongbreur (ZEF)
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Ir. Ulrich Starke (ZEF)
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Dr. Sander Mertens (Haagse Hogeschool)
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Docent Process and Energy
Platform
Op de website www.evengroenevrienden.nl kunnen (potentiele) stakeholders algemene informatie vinden over alle beschikbare Learning Communities. Via de website kunnen ook vraagstukken aangeleverd worden.
Er wordt gewerkt aan een platform waar vanuit stakeholders, studenten en onderwijstellingen met elkaar in verbinding kunnen komen en deliverables kunnen uploaden. Het online educatie platform van EdX zal hierbij de basis vormen. Zodra dit platform af is, wordt er op deze pagina naar verwezen.
Projectorganisatie & Communicatie
De projectorganisatie van deze LC wordt gevormd door Linette Bossen en Bart van Straten. Linette Bossen is de projectleider van projecten “Streetwise: learning with society” en “ET-TLC: Energy Transition – Talent in Learning Communities”. Vanuit deze projecten zijn de Learning Communities binnen Even Groene Vrienden ontstaan. Bart van Straten is een expert op het gebied van duurzaamheid en de circulaire gezondheidszorg. Hij is verbonden aan het bedrijf Van Straten Medical en aan verschillende onderwijs- en overheidsgerelateerde instellingen.
Hun rol is het faciliteren van de verschillende co-creatie sessies en partnersessies en de daar bijhorende communicatie, het up to date houden van het platform en de leerroute.
Current Project Cases
Below you can find an overview of the project cases currently available in the Hydrogen Power Learning Community:
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Safety study for aluhal festival
For a festival in Groningen, HyER Power has been tasked with supplying heat and electricity to a tent. Since the event is held in a built-up area, strict safety regulations apply. The study focuses on analyzing the constraints and possibilities for the safe use of hydrogen-powered fuel cell generators in urban environments.
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Safety study for Amsterdam
For a construction site in Amsterdam, HyER Power was asked to supply electricity for asphalt machinery. The study involves analyzing the constraints and opportunities for the safe deployment of hydrogen-powered fuel cell generators to provide construction site power in urban environments.
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Safety study for Zeeland
For a grant project, HyER Power will develop and install a building-integrated fuel cell and heat pump system at an industrial hall in Zeeland. The study focuses on analyzing the limitations and possibilities for safely using hydrogen-powered fuel cell generators in building-integrated systems, with hydrogen being delivered remotely in trailers.
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Green hydrogen and construction tenders/procurement
Green Energy solutions, such as hydrogen, are transforming the construction industry. However due to its novelty there is still a lot of debate around topics like regulations and certification. The study involves researching regulations regarding tenders and emissions, What requirements hydrogen must meet to contribute to sustainable construction and how to certify green hydrogen.
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Hydrogen generators on the construction site
Hydrogen can play a big role in power generation on construction sites. This study focuses on how hydrogen generators can be used in a construction site environment, focusing on questions like: What power is required on a construction site, Which phases of construction are suitable for the use of a generator and how do this generators fit into the existing infrastructure?
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Green hydrogen production on a solar field/wind farm
In order for hydrogen to become a mainstream energy source there needs to be ample production through for example solar fields or wind farms. What is needed to make a solar field/wind farm profitable, how do you build a safe production site for hydrogen production and how does it contribute to grid balancing/mitigating grid congestion?
Working Safely with Hydrogen
The "Working Safely with Hydrogen" challenge, spearheaded by a consortium including Hyer Power, NIPV, and The Green Village at TU Delft, tackles the crucial challenge of ensuring safety in the use and storage of hydrogen within the built environment. This initiative, part of the broader ELEVATE project, aims to generate and disseminate comprehensive knowledge on the safe application of hydrogen technologies in energy systems. By focusing on safety studies in collaboration with a learning community, the project addresses the knowledge gap in handling hydrogen safely—crucial for public safety, infrastructure resilience, and the successful integration of hydrogen as a cornerstone of sustainable energy transitions. Achieving these objectives will significantly advance the safe adoption of hydrogen, aligning with SDGs on clean energy, industry innovation, and sustainable infrastructure, and fostering a safer, sustainable energy future.
Stakeholders & Bijeenkomsten
We organiseren 2 tot 3 keer per jaar een partnersessie waarin studenten middels pitches hun resultaten delen. Het is belangrijk dat alle deelnemers hierbij aanwezig zijn voor zinnige discussies. Deze vinden hoogstwaarschijnlijk plaats in mei, september en januari.
Tussendoor worden co-creatiesessies georganiseerd waar studenten en stakeholders van een specifiek onderwerp samenkomen om de opdracht te bespreken. In iedere ronde van 10 weken staan minimaal 2 co-creatiesessies gepland, elk van ongeveer 2 uur. Het is belangrijk dat organisaties die willen meedoen, zich committeren aan deze sessies.
Wat wordt er verder verwacht van stakeholder:
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Bijwonen van 2 onderwerp specifieke co-creatie bijeenkomsten per jaar
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Bijwonen van de partnersessies
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Faciliteren studenten bij hun onderzoek, bijvoorbeeld in vergaderruimtes, bij interviews, begeleiding, contacten, meelopen in een ziekenhuis
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In het geval er JIP studenten meedoen aan de LC is er en coach beschikbaar vanuit de organisatie (zie bijlage Joint Interdisciplinary Project)
Student Perspective
"My experience with Learning Communities (LCs) was very positive, particularly during the Joint Interdisciplinary Project (JIP) in Q1 of my second year of MSc. As part of my team, I worked on the safe integration of hydrogen in the HYER Power plant for a new installation in Rotterdam. The LCs provided a great platform for collaboration, allowing us to engage with other teams working on hydrogen safety, share insights on risk assessments, and discuss the necessary safety measures for future implementation. These sessions helped us refine our approach by incorporating diverse perspectives and staying updated on best practices in hydrogen safety standards. Additionally, we had the opportunity to receive valuable input from experts, exchange technical knowledge, and explore potential regulatory and engineering challenges related to hydrogen adoption. The interactive nature of the LCs made it a rewarding learning experience, fostering teamwork, critical thinking, and problem-solving in real-world energy applications."
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Naast de bovenstaande punten ook nog aandacht voor de onderstaande uitgangspunten.
Met de onderstaande afspraken zorgen we ervoor dat de LC voor iedereen van toegevoegde waarde is.
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iedereen die kennis haalt, brengt ook kennis
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iedereen is een expert
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iedereen participeert, als je niet kunt regel je een vervanger
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kennis, expertise en producten zijn van ons allemaal
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samen brengen we kennis, producten en expertise verder
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Wat wordt er verwacht van studenten
Een student moet voldoen aan de eisen van het vak waar binnen je een opdracht voor de LC uitvoert (zelf waarborgen en afstemmen met betrokken docent.
Wat wordt er verder verwacht van studenten:
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Twee reflectie vragenlijsten invullen voorafgaand aan deelname en achteraf (voor intern onderzoek)
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Bijwonen van 2 co creatie sessies.
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Bijwonen van sprintsessies met mede studenten.
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Presentatie geven op partnersessie
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Reflectieverslag schrijven
