The University of Wollongong (UOW) has been awarded $650,000 from the News South Wales Government to lead critical research into hydrogen pipeline safety.
The research has the potential to transform safe hydrogen transportation across New South Wales and around the world.
Related article: Wastewater contaminants boost green hydrogen production
UOW is the only institution in Australia—and one of just five globally—with the capability to conduct this type of hydrogen pipeline testing.
“With expertise in green hydrogen and renewable energy, UOW is driving innovation in sustainable fuels to support economic growth in NSW and Australia,” UOW Vice-Chancellor and President Professor G.Q. Max Lu AO said.
“This project sits at the intersection of our Industry Policy and Innovation Blueprint, reflecting the importance of investing in scientific research to help solve the challenges shaping the future of some of our biggest industries,” NSW Minister for Innovation, Science and Technology Anoulack Chanthivong said.
“The University of Wollongong has produced nation-leading and globally recognised work on hydrogen in the past and the NSW Government is excited to see UOW, in partnership with industry, pave the way for a more sustainable and innovative future.”
Related article: Scientists study catalysts for cheap green hydrogen tech
To be delivered over two years, the research will zero-in on the leading cause of hydrogen pipeline failures and develop risk assessment and design tools to address them.
By addressing safety risks and improving regulations, this research has the potential to drive down infrastructure costs and propel Australia’s hydrogen industry to the front of the pack, in line with the NSW Industry Policy’s key mission of Net Zero and Energy Transition.
