Webinar Green Hydrogen as a Sustainable Energy Source
Organizer
European Space Agency - ESA
Content Description
Open Competition
This Invitation to Tender invites proposals for feasibility studies for services that explore innovative uses of space technology to advance green hydrogen as a sustainable energy source. This study aims to leverage satellite communication (SatCom), satellite Earth observation (SatEO), and satellite navigation (SatNav) to support green hydrogen production, storage, and distribution. The focus is on evaluating practical applications of green hydrogen across multiple sectors, including:
- Energy
- Transportation
- Maritime
- Smart cities
By integrating space-based solutions, ESA seeks to address technical challenges, enhance infrastructure, and foster a resilient hydrogen economy that contributes to net-zero carbon goals by 2050.
Proposals are encouraged to assess the feasibility of satellite-based solutions in supporting hydrogen technology, emphasising environmental sustainability, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. The study should involve collaboration with user communities in relevant sectors, aiming to develop a proof of concept (PoC) and outline potential pathways for further application development.
Successful bidders may have the opportunity to work closely with the Energy Task Force members who are supporting this call (currently EPRI, DENA, and AREG ) and WWF Germany to support the development of their proposed service.
WHAT ESA IS LOOKING FOR
They look for promising business ideas which address topics of relevance or related areas that include:
- attractive market opportunities, identified customer needs and customer engagement
- commercially viable service concepts
- technically feasible solutions
- added value of space data or technology
- motivated teams with business, technical, and financial expertise
WHAT ESA OFFERS
They offer funding and support to companies, both for business case assessment and for the development of new, space-based services. The offer includes:
- zero-equity funding*
- technical and commercial guidance
- access to our network and partners
- ESA brand credibility
*ESA will co-fund 80% of the acceptable cost, up to €200K, per awarded study.
More informations about the invitation to tender on the ESA Website.
Target Audience
This opportunity is open to companies that intend to develop space-enabled services and products related, but not restricted, to the topics of relevance outlined above.
Participant Information
- Online-Registration for the webinar is mandatory.
- A few days prior to the event you will be provided with a link and instructions.