Hydrogen Scotland

Hydrogen's role in a rapidly evolving North Sea Energy Sector
2026-03-02 13:00 - 14:00 (Europe/London)
The recent North Sea Future Plan states that, alongside offshore wind and CCUS, hydrogen is one of the three key clean energy sectors on which the North Sea’s energy future will be built. It can support the scale-up of offshore renewables, provide solutions for long-term energy storage and deliver flexible, low-carbon power.

In 2023, the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA) took on the role of regulator for offshore hydrogen, becoming the licensing and consenting authority for hydrogen pipelines and storage in the North Sea.

Learn more about the NSTA work with the sector to ensure that hydrogen’s potential for supporting energy security, decarbonisation and North Sea transition is fully realised:

The NSTA’s remit and its approach to regulating offshore hydrogen pipelines and storage, balancing energy security, net zero and transition opportunities;

The NSTA’s work with offshore regulators, spatial planning organisations and international counterparts to support the deployment of hydrogen and its integration into the wider energy landscape;

The NSTA’s research into understanding the feasibility of repurposing offshore gas infrastructure for hydrogen transportation;

The NSTA’s study on the geology and engineering of different storage types and the associated transportation, processing and subsurface considerations.

Date: March 2nd, 2026

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Fuelling the Future: Opportunities for CO2, H2 in E-fuels & SAF
2026-06-24 01:00 - 17:00
Join Decarb Scotland, Hydrogen Scotland and the SCCS for an afternoon of practical discussion on the policy, regulations, challenges & opportunities for e-fuels and SAF in Scottish and global markets.

Date: June 24th in Edinburgh

Programme:

1:00 pm – Registration and Networking with tea, coffee, and cakes

1:30 pm –1:40 – Opening remarks, Philippa Parmiter, Decarb Scotland and Terry Shevlin, aviation strategy and sustainable aviation team leader, Transport Scotland

1:40 pm – 3.00 pm – Session 1: Policy, Drivers and Challenges

Chair: Dr Philippa Parmiter, Decarb Scotland

Donna Sutherland, Veri Energy

Jon Simpson, Scottish Enterprise

Kim McCann, Protium

3:00 pm – 3.20 pm – Networking break with refreshments

3:20 pm – 4.45 pm – Session 2: Projects and technologies

Chair: Nick Stapley, RWE

Dr Naveed Akhtar, Hy-Hybrid Energy

Tim Dumenil, NZTC

Dr Ignacio Tudela-Montes, University of Edinburgh

Ben Stevenson, Black & Veatch

4:50 pm – Closing remarks, Sally Molyneux, Hydrogen Scotland

5:00 pm – Event ends

This event is for Hydrogen Scotland members and guests. If you are not a member and would like to attend, please email info@hydrogenscotland.com.

Hydrogen Scotland Conference
2026-10-06 08:30 - 19:30 | Hilton Glasgow, 1 William St, Glasgow, G3 8HT, United Kingdom
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.

Confirmed Partners for 2026

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.

Applications for the 2025 Stewart Dow Award have now closed. Winners will be announced at our conference dinner.

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.

Applications for the Student Poster Competition have now closed. Winners will be announced at our conference dinner.

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!

Applications for the Hydrogen Young Professionals Award have now closed. Winners will be announced at our conference awards dinner.

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

Baillie Pike – Civic Reception speech

Learn more about Hydrogen Scotland 2024
