Hydrogen Scotland Conference
Hydrogen Scotland Conference
October 6 @ 08:30 – 19:30
Our 18th Conference – Get your tickets now!
Now in its 18th year, the Hydrogen Scotland Conference is a highlight of the Scottish hydrogen events calendar and returns to Glasgow on 6 October 2026, refreshed with what attendees told us they value most- bringing everything into a single, carefully curated day.
The programme is full and varied, featuring interactive workshops led by leading experts, hands-on training sessions, and ample opportunity to connect meaningfully with those driving the future of hydrogen- from industry, academia, policymakers and the next generation.
Highlights
The Plenary
The plenary opens with keynotes from prominent voices across the hydrogen sector, framing the big issues of the moment before delegates disperse into the day’s workshops. It’s where the conversation starts.
Workshops & Training
Led by some of the best minds in the hydrogen sector, past attendees have consistently praised both the breadth of topics covered and the quality of discussion, making the workshops one of the most valued parts of the day.
Exhibition & Networking
The Hilton Glasgow’s layout is built for networking, and this year’s programme strikes the same balance between sessions and informal conversation that attendees valued last year.
Drinks, Food & Awards
Wind down with drinks and food – then join us to celebrate the people, projects, and organisations at the heart of the sector.
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The Programme
Workshop Themes
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The Hydrogen Scotland Conference brings Scotland’s hydrogen sector together and puts your organisation in front of the people shaping its future. Whether you’re looking to raise your profile or build the right relationships, we’d love to discuss what that could look like for you.
Download our Hydrogen Scotland Conference 2026 Partner Brochure to find out more about partnership opportunities.
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A recap of Hydrogen Scotland 2025
Day 1 – Tuesday 28th October: Workshops & Exhibition
8:00: Registration & Networking
8:00: Registration & Networking
9:15: Workshops begin
10:30 to 11:15: Coffee break
12:30 to 13:30: Lunch
15:00 to 15:30: Coffee break
18:00 to 19:15: Civic Reception
19:30 to 22:30: Awards Dinner
Day 2 – Wednesday 29th October: Conference programme
08:15-09:10: Registration, coffee, exhibition walk-through and networking
09:10-09:15: Welcome to Day 2 – Nigel Holmes, CEO of Hydrogen Scotland
09:15-10:45: Plenary Session chaired by Dr. Alexandra Stein, NZTC
- Opening keynote by Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action & Energy Gillian Martin MSP
- Guest keynote by Gunther Grathwohl, German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE)
- Energy Transition and the New Trilemma by Dr Kerry-Ann Adamson, Capgemini
- Key findings from DNV Energy Outlook 2050 by Sarah Kimpton, DNV
- Panellists: Stuart Mitchell, Hydrasun & Dr Oliver Taylor, bp Aberdeen
10:45-11:15: Coffee, exhibition walk-through and networking
11:15-12:25: Make It & Move It, chaired by Matthew Knight, Siemens Energy
- Value engineering for renewables & hydrogen by Calum McLennan, GreenCat
- Hydrogen’s role in alleviating grid constraints by Stephanie Hay, Arup
- Project Union FEED for Scotland by Donald Oleforo, National Gas
- LTS futures: the LIVE trial and next steps by Nancy Thomson, SGN
- Panellists: Rob Dale, Beyond 2050 & Nick Stapley, RWE
12:30-13:20: Lunch, exhibition walk-through and networking
13:20-14:30: Store It & Use It, chaired by Sarah Baillie, Addleshaw Goddard
- Hydrogen for data centre power & cooling by Shane Barr, Siemens Energy
- Taking a green ammonia project through FID by Sam Mackilligin, Atome plc
- Partnership working – case study with GeoPura by Mitch Brunt, NVFCL
- Developing steel-lined underground hydrogen storage by Chris Yendell, Gravitricity
- HydroGlen & Beyond by Niamh Carr, James Hutton Institute & Alex Gauntt, Water to Water
- Panellists: Adam Frew, NESO & Amanda Lyne, ULEMCo
14:30-14:45: The Monaco Energy Boat Challenge by Teams Heriot-Watt University & the University of Glasgow
14:45-15:15: Coffee with exhibition walk-through and networking
15:15-16:15: Foundations for Growth, chaired by David Hogg, Arup
- Scaling up Hydrogen Safely by Dr. Stuart Hawksworth, UK HSE
- Sustainable Water for Hydrogen by Colin Lindsay, Scottish Water & Jacqui Lang, SEPA
- H2 Testing & Demonstration Facility by Amy Perry, ETZ & Dr. Martin Hanton, TUV-SUD
- Panellist: Rob Forrest, GreenPower
16:15-16:25: Fuel Cell Buggy Challenge Results from Arlan Harris, Hydrogen Challenge
16:25-16:30: Closing Comments by Nigel Holmes, Hydrogen Scotland
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Highlights
The Stewart Dow Memorial Award
The Stewart Dow Memorial Award acknowledges and encourages individuals or groups who are passionate about the development of hydrogen and fuel cells. The UK Hydrogen Energy Association (HEA) and Hydrogen Scotland jointly support the award.
This is your opportunity to nominate an individual or group that has developed practical solutions or innovative products, successfully commercialised fuel cells in new applications, or united people in a collaborative manner.
The Student Poster Competition
Green hydrogen is set to play a significant role in future energy solutions, making it essential to engage with and learn from younger researchers. Our annual student poster competition offers future hydrogen experts the chance to meet and present their work to the wider Hydrogen Scotland community.
Many of our previous winners have gone on to make valuable contributions in various academic and professional fields.
The Young Professional Award
Are you a young professional making waves in Scotland’s hydrogen industry? Or do you know someone who is?
This award seeks to formally recognise the exceptional contributions of a young professional whose innovation, dedication, and passion exemplify the emerging talent shaping the future of hydrogen in Scotland.
If you’re under 35 and contributing to the growth of the hydrogen sector, we want to hear from you!
Supported by the Glasgow City Council and Glasgow Convention Bureau:
A look back at Hydrogen Scotland 2024
“Hydrogen Scotland 2024 achieved record attendance, and I invite you to join us again (along with your new members and friends) at the Hilton Hotel in Glasgow on October 28th and 29th for Hydrogen Scotland 2025, which we hope will be even more valuable than last year.”
-Nigel Holmes, CEO at Hydrogen Scotland
