HAN University of Applied Sciences is committed to education and practice-based research that drives innovation in the energy transition. Our focus is on developing smart, green, and socially responsible solutions to tackle climate challenges and accelerate the adoption of hydrogen technologies.
Within the Balanced Energy Systems (BES) and Automotive Research centres, we focus on hydrogen as a key component of future energy and mobility systems, and industrial integration. Key Research Focus Areas:
- Hydrogen's role in integrated energy systems
- Storage, and conversion of hydrogen for system flexibility
- Hydrogen applications in mobility and transportation
We are actively involved in all active projects related to GroenvermogenNL, the €838 million national hydrogen transition programme funded by the National Growth Fund, supporting the acceleration of hydrogen adoption and innovation. Our H2Lab located in Connectr, Arnhem, serves as a shared R&D hub where research, education, and industry collaborate on developing, testing, and validating hydrogen technologies. We are engaged in leading hydrogen research projects, including HyTROS, Enowatts, and H2Modus, working on practical hydrogen applications. Together with Saxion University of Applied Sciences, we form a strong applied hydrogen research network in the Eastern Netherlands, collaborating with regional, national, and international partners to advance hydrogen innovation across multiple domains.