GW-SHIFT Sprint Projects – Announcement of Funded Projects
Hydrogen innovation is advancing at pace, and GW-SHIFT is proud to support cutting-edge research that will help shape the future of sustainable energy. Through our Sprint Project funding, we are enabling researchers to develop and test novel hydrogen technologies that have real-world impact. These short-term, high-impact projects are designed to accelerate progress, strengthen industry-academic collaboration, and contribute to the UK’s net-zero ambitions.
GW-SHIFT is pleased to announce the successful projects funded through our latest Sprint Project call. These projects, led by researchers from top UK institutions, aim to advance hydrogen technologies and accelerate the transition to a sustainable energy future. The selected projects span a range of innovative approaches, from hydrogen storage solutions to techno-economic evaluations, all contributing to the UK’s net-zero ambitions.
First Round:
1. Metal hydride nanoparticles immobilised in recyclable matrices
Dr. Rosenildo C. Da Costa, University of South Wales
This project focuses on the development of metal hydride nanoparticles embedded in recyclable matrices to improve hydrogen storage efficiency.
2. Techno-economic evaluation of hydrogen use via wet ammonia combustion in industrial heating
Dr. Marco Aurelio Jano Ito, Cardiff University
A comprehensive techno-economic study assessing the feasibility of hydrogen adoption in industrial heating through wet ammonia combustion.
3. PHASE – Portable Hydrogen Accessibility Storage Experiment
Dr. James Matthew Courtney, Swansea University
An exploration of portable hydrogen storage solutions to enhance hydrogen accessibility and usability in off-grid applications.
4. Application of LaNi storage beds for vehicular and stationary applications
Dr. Jacek Wasik, University of Bristol
This project investigates LaNi-based hydrogen storage materials for both vehicle and stationary applications, aiming for greater efficiency and scalability.
Second Round:
5. Green hydrogen from agricultural waste through innovative catalysts
Dr. Xiaorong Zhang, University of Birmingham
Developing novel catalytic processes to generate green hydrogen from agricultural waste, enhancing sustainability and resource efficiency.
6. Hydrogen-assisted ammonia cracking for efficient fuel production
Dr. Andrew Bannister, University of Nottingham
Investigating ammonia cracking processes supported by hydrogen to produce cleaner, more efficient fuels for industrial use.
7. Low-cost composite materials for hydrogen storage applications
Dr. Priyanka Verma, University of Edinburgh
Exploring cost-effective composite materials to enhance hydrogen storage capabilities while maintaining performance and safety standards.
8. Photocatalytic hydrogen production using nanostructured materials
Dr. Emily Carter, Imperial College London
Studying the application of nanostructured photocatalysts to improve the efficiency of solar-driven hydrogen production.
These sprint projects demonstrate the UK’s commitment to hydrogen innovation, fostering collaboration between academia, industry, and civic partners. We look forward to seeing the outcomes of these projects as they contribute to the UK’s hydrogen economy.