The Australian Hydrogen Council (AHC) has welcomed funding for its new AusHETS project with Cicada Innovations as part of the Department of Industry, Science and Resources (DISR)’s Industry Growth Program.
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The AusHETs project (awarded to AHC’s registered business: Hydrogen Mobility Australia) has received $920,000 over two years, and will provide specialised advice and support to startups and small and medium businesses participating in the Industry Growth Program.
This will focus on growing Australia’s Hydrogen Equipment, Technology & Services (HETS) sector, through the development of new technologies and enabling SMEs to transition from existing industries into hydrogen.
Australian Hydrogen Council CEO Dr Fiona Simon said, “The Australian Hydrogen Council is proud to be a partner in the Industry Growth Program, and delivering the AusHETS project to support new technology, innovation and business approaches required for hydrogen, its derivatives and the broader supply chain in Australia.
“This grant support will enable us to assist referred SMEs in the renewables and low emission technologies sector with specialised advisory services using a range of initiatives including access to facilities, equipment, technical support, expertise, specialised programs and events.
“The growing hydrogen industry needs investment in technology and capacity building, and we are grateful that the Australian Government has recognised this as part of the Industry Growth Program. Our aim is to strengthen our understanding of Australia’s economic complexity and grow our capacity to manufacture key components in an industry that is guaranteed to grow globally.”
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The AusHETS project will deliver key activities for the Industry Growth Program, including bespoke coaching, commercialisation and growth workshops; tailored industry engagement including webinars, investor roundtables and events; access to facilities; and development of case studies.
