Bertrand Pavageau (Syensqo) showcased HYPRAEL’s advancements in alkaline electrolysis at the 5th FRH2 CNRS Plenary Meetings in Annecy. This event, gathering 260 experts from French and European hydrogen laboratories, underscores HYPRAEL’s role in the EU’s Green Hydrogen roadmap.

Strategic Collaboration in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region The HYPRAEL consortium continues to bridge the gap between industrial application and academic excellence. During the 5th Plenary Meetings of the CNRS Hydrogen Research Federation (FRH2) in Annecy, Bertrand Pavageau, Hydrogen Expert at Syensqo, delivered a pivotal talk on the synergy between Syensqo’s H2 roadmap and key European collaborative projects like HYPRAEL.

Driving Innovation in Alkaline Electrolysis As a flagship initiative funded by the Clean Hydrogen Partnership, HYPRAEL focuses on high-performance electrolysis. Pavageau’s presentation highlighted how industrial-academic cooperation is essential for:

• Scaling Up: Transforming lab-scale breakthroughs into industrial-grade electrolyzers.

• Decarbonization: Supporting Europe’s Net Zero targets through advanced materials.

• Networking: Strengthening ties with the 30 laboratories of the FRH2 and the CEA.

Annecy: A Hub for Hydrogen Research With record-breaking attendance (260 participants and 160+ presentations), the event in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region confirmed France’s position as a vital node in the European hydrogen ecosystem. The conference, organized by IRCELYON, provided a unique platform for HYPRAEL to engage with PhD students and senior researchers, ensuring the project’s technical insights reach the next generation of scientists.

Bertrand Pavageau (Syensqo) showcasing HYPRAEL’s roadmap.