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The UK Hub for Research Challenges
in Hydrogen & Alternative Liquid Fuels

UK-HyRES aims to define and tackle the research challenges blocking the wider use of low-carbon fuels in the UK and forge collaborations to catalyse impactful, peer-reviewed research in support of the UK’s Net Zero objectives – funded by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) through the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC).

At a Glance

The Hub In Numbers

8

Research Themes

£11 million

EPSRC Funding

£5.1 million

Accessible Flexible Fund

100+

Industry and Public Companies Consulted

7

Core University Partners

900+

Research and Industrialists Engaged

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Hub Objectives

Driving the Growth of Low Carbon Hydrogen and Alternative Liquid Fuels

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Technology

  • Assess the current state and future needs of hydrogen and alternative liquid fuels
  • Create a pipeline of the next generation fuel technologies

Engagement

  • Engage key stakeholders across industry and develop action plans for the future
  • Build and develop relationships with key affiliates and partners
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Research

  • Promote a step-change in hydrogen and alternative fuel research
  • Address key research challenges preventing adoption

next generation technologies

Research Activities and Outcomes

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UK hub for hydrogen and alternative liquid fuels research

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Unique network and collaboration for stakeholders

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Addressing critical needs to achieve Net Zero

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A global centre of excellence

SHOWCASE & CHALLENGES

Research Priorities

Read the summary report on our initial research priorities, co-created through our workshops and developed at our Showcase.

THEMED WORKSHOPS

Explore the Summary Reports

Follow the links below to read more about each themed workshop and catch up by watching the recordings

Careers

Early Careers Research Network

We are committed to supporting the next generation of researchers in the field of hydrogen research and energy systems. Our Early Careers Research Network provides a platform for early-stage researchers, PhD students, and postdoctoral fellows to connect, collaborate, and advance their careers in this rapidly evolving sector.

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Networking & Collaboration

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Skills Development & Training

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Mentorship

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