Hydrogen projects in Finland
Here we have collected the ongoing Hydrogen-related projects at each member university/research institute of H2FINLAND
Oulu University projects
The University of Oulu’s hydrogen research relies on both in-depth basic research as well as extensive applied research that are promoted in dozens of research projects. The University of Oulu’s hydrogen research emphasises, in particular, the promotion of clean hydrogen production methods, the utilisation of hydrogen in steel production and the development of steels for storing and transferring hydrogen. In addition, hydrogen utilisation methods are under development for the chemical industry, energy production and traffic alongside with new business models suitable for the new hydrogen economy.
Aalto University projects
Aalto University is actively engaged in hydrogen research, contributing to advancements in clean energy technologies through various projects and collaborations. The university focuses on hydrogen production, storage, and utilization, with expertise spanning from materials development to system-level optimization. Researchers at Aalto work on solid oxide cells, electrolysis, and hydrogen-based energy storage solutions, integrating experimental and computational approaches. The university collaborates with industry partners and international research networks to accelerate hydrogen innovations. Additionally, Aalto plays a key role in educating future experts in hydrogen technologies, ensuring a skilled workforce for the growing hydrogen economy.
Lappeenranta University of Technology projects
LUT University is actively engaged in advancing hydrogen technologies through various initiatives. The university is developing a modern, fully digitalized Power-to-X research infrastructureto facilitate the production of sustainable fuels and chemicals.
In collaboration with partners, LUT is also establishing a hydrogen production and storage test facility in Central Finland, focusing on cost-effective storage materials and integration with renewable energy sources.
Additionally, the university is enhancing alkaline electrolyzer stack designs to improve efficiency and reduce manufacturing costs, aiming to meet the growing demand for green hydrogen
Through these projects, LUT University significantly contributes to the development of sustainable hydrogen solutions, supporting the transition to a carbon-neutral energy future.
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Jyväskylä University projects
The University of Jyväskylä is actively engaged in advancing hydrogen technologies through several key initiatives. In collaboration with VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, the university is part of the HyPER project, which aims to establish a hydrogen production and storage test facility in Central Finland. This project focuses on developing cost-effective hydrogen storage materials, including carbon-based, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and zeolite materials, as well as exploring the use of locally produced activated carbons for hydrogen storage.
Additionally, the university is investigating the economic viability of electrolysis-based hydrogen production compared to other methods, and examining biomass-based hydrogen production techniques. This research is part of efforts to integrate hydrogen production with renewable energy sources like wind power and biogas production, aiming to create sustainable energy solutions. Through these collaborative projects, the University of Jyväskylä contributes significantly to the development of sustainable hydrogen technologies, supporting the transition to a clean energy future.
University of Vaasa projects
The University of Vaasa is actively involved in various hydrogen projects related to hyrogen production, utilization, flexible clean propulsion technologies and hydrogen economy. The University of Vaasa is leading the Integrated Hydrogen-Argon Power Cycle (iHAPC) project, aiming to revolutionize energy production by developing a hydrogen-argon power cycle that achieves net-zero emissions and unprecedented efficiency.
University of Eastern Finland projects
UEF Law School and its The Center for Climate Change, Energy and Environmental Law is an active participant in the Finnish and European hydrogen and power-to-X research and training. Its focus is on the regulatory and legal aspects of the hydrogen and PtX market creation within the EU and internationally.
UEF was a participant in the Finnish HYGCEL project, funded by Business Finland, and is now a participant in the THERESA project (Training for a Hydrogen Economy based Renewable Energy Society in the Anthropocene), funded by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions programme.
Ongoing project: https://sites.uef.fi/cceel/theresa/
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Tampere University projects
Tampere University is actively involved in hydrogen research, focusing on fuel cells, electrolysis, and hydrogen production through biomaterials and photoelectrochemical processes. The university leads projects like Smart Cell, which develops innovative solid oxide cells for hydrogen production and electricity generation. Additionally, researchers conduct system-level studies to optimize hydrogen technologies for real-world applications. Collaborating with industry and international partners, Tampere University integrates experimental and modeling approaches to drive advancements in the hydrogen economy. Through research, education, and outreach, the university plays a key role in developing sustainable hydrogen solutions.
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VTT projects
VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland is actively engaged in advancing hydrogen technologies through various initiatives. VTT's Industrial Energy and Hydrogen Infrastructure supports the reduction of CO₂ emissions by substituting fossil fuels with electricity and hydrogen-based solutions, contributing to the creation of carbon-neutral societies.
SYKE projects
The Finnish Environment Institute (SYKE) actively participates in advancing hydrogen technologies through several key initiatives. SYKE is involved in the REPower-CEST project, which aims to develop a comprehensive roadmap for implementing a sustainable and just clean energy transition in Finland by 2035, with hydrogen playing a pivotal role in this strategy.
LUKE projects
The Natural Resources Institute Finland (Luke) is actively engaging in interdisciplinary research to assess the impacts and opportunities of the hydrogen economy within the green transition.The researchers at LUKE are exploring various aspects of hydrogen production and utilization. Some of the researchers focus on climate policy planning and the low-carbon transition of energy systems, while some other reseacrhers investigates biological hydrogen production and its conversion to methane.
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Summary of the hydrogen
research projects in Finland
Title | Number of the projects | Type of the projects (hydrogen production) | Type of the projects (hydrogen storage) | Type of the projects (hydrogen transportation) | Type of the projects (hydrogen utilization) | Type of the projects (hydrogen education) | Type of the projects (regulatory and acceptance of hydrogen transition) | Type of the projects (hydrogen safety) | Type of the projects (other) |
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All in Finland | 67 | 21 | 4 | 2 | 21 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 12 |
Finnish Environment Institute | 1 | 1 | |||||||
LUT University | 1 | 1 | |||||||
National resources institute Finland | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | |||||
Tampere University | 3 | 3 | |||||||
University of Eastern Finland | |||||||||
University of Helsinki | |||||||||
University of Jyväskylä | 1 | 1 | |||||||
University of Oulu | 25 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
University of Turku | |||||||||
University of Vaasa | 7 | 1 | 5 | 1 | |||||
VTT | 1 | 1 | |||||||
Åbo Akademi | |||||||||
Aalto University | 20 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
The project list is updated every year. Last updates March 2025
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