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Build the partnerships that move green hydrogen forward

This fully funded online programme is designed to help founders, public sector teams, and businesses develop hydrogen projects, form strategic collaborations, and access expert support across South West England and South Wales.

Next cohort dates: You can apply for the training at any time. Once accepted, you’ll get immediate access to the online training materials so you can begin learning straight away. Then, you’ll join the next available series of live sessions to put your learning into practice.

Upcoming live session dates

All live sessions take place in the morning.

Cohort 4 (April – May)
15 April, 22 April, 29 April (joint session) and 13 May (panel session)

Cohort 5 (June – July)
3 June, 10 June, 17 June (joint session) and 1 July (panel session)

Both Research Impact Training and Hydrogen Ecosystem Builder run their live sessions on the same dates, with one joint session per cohort where participants come together.

Who is this for?

This programme is built for organisations looking to enter or grow within the hydrogen ecosystem:

Start-ups & founders

Develop your proposition, connect with partners, and position your solution within the hydrogen supply chain.

Public sector & regional teams

Explore how hydrogen fits into your decarbonisation plans and build partnerships to deliver real projects.

Corporates & SMEs

Identify opportunities, strengthen your strategic positioning, and collaborate across the emerging hydrogen market.

Researchers

Take your hydrogen research beyond the lab, connect with partners, shape real-world projects, and unlock new routes to impact.

What you’ll gain

By the end of the programme, you will:

  • Understand where your organisation fits in the hydrogen ecosystem
  • Identify and connect with relevant partners and collaborators
  • Hear from key players in the hydrogen economy ecosystem
  • Shape a clear hydrogen opportunity or project concept
  • Learn from real-world case studies and sector experts
  • Gain practical tools to move from idea to implementation
  • Present your opportunity to a panel of specialists for feedback

Programme overview:
3 powerful modules

These modules are undertaken online, in your own time and at your own pace.

Partnership-led strategy

Successful hydrogen projects are never built in isolation. This module introduces the fundamental concept that building partnerships is as critical as building a product or project.

Innovation partner networks

A powerful network is not built by accident; it is built by design. This module provides a practical framework for strategically mapping and growing the ecosystem you need to succeed.

Creating a compelling partner network

Moving from a promising contact to an active collaborator requires a clear, professional, and persuasive proposal. This module provides a practical, step-by-step guide to designing partnership offers that get noticed and create real value.

Additional benefits

Real-world hydrogen case studies

Dive into two detailed, real-life hydrogen business scenarios to apply your learning and gain insight into how innovation partnerships work in practice.

Hear directly from key players in the hydrogen ecosystem

Get their perspective and expertise on the hydrogen economy in the South West England and South Wales.

Live expert coaching sessions

Join three interactive online sessions with our seasoned trainer and a cohort of fellow innovators. These live workshops offer direct feedback, real-time collaboration, and opportunities to workshop your ideas with peers.

Innovation panel presentation

Culminate your journey with a two-minute pitch to a panel of industry experts. Share your key learnings, receive tailored advice on your business model, R&D and investment strategy, and tap into powerful connections across the hydrogen ecosystem.

In addition, you will have access to a hydrogen specialist to support with further signposting within the sector and R&D collaborations, and you’ll get exclusive access to the SETsquared Innovation Platform hydrogen network, a tailored online space for hydrogen innovators to explore collaborations.

Programme Testimonials

“The Hydrogen Ecosystem Builder has been a truly unique experience. I’ve been through many cohorts and training programmes, but this one stands out because of its highly interactive nature and the perfect blend of practical knowledge and real-world experience. The instructor actively involves others in the learning process, which means we benefit not only from his expertise but also from the insights and experiences of the entire group. There isn’t a single moment where you feel bored, which is rare for such a niche and technical topic.

“The programme helps you refine your idea using practical experience, shared knowledge, constructive feedback and self-paced online lessons. It’s a real knowledge-sharing environment that focuses more on practical success than theoretical information, and that has been incredibly valuable.”

Ahmad Usman – Founder, Blue Trajectory

“The GW-SHIFT Hydrogen Ecosystem Builder course was insightful and engaging; the course leaders have a wealth of knowledge to share from multidisciplinary backgrounds. They gave straightforward answers to often complex questions and were happy to provide contact with experts in various fields.

At the end of the course, you have the opportunity to pitch your company’s offering to a panel of experts. This provided valuable feedback, as well as business development and grant opportunities.”

Jim Whitmore – CEO, HotCell

APPLY NOW

The hydrogen sector is evolving rapidly, and collaboration is essential.

This programme gives you the knowledge, connections, and confidence to take meaningful steps into the hydrogen economy, whether you’re exploring opportunities or actively developing projects or innovations.

Apply now to join the next cohort of the GW-SHIFT Green Hydrogen Ecosystem Builder.

 

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