Hydrogen energy has the potential to play a significant role in the UK's journey towards net-zero emissions. Hydrogen energy is a clean and versatile energy source that can be used for various applications, including power generation, transportation, and industrial processes. However, realising the full potential of hydrogen energy requires a skilled workforce with the right qualifications and experience.

As set out in the Paris Agreement, the UK's net-zero targets require a significant shift in how energy is produced and consumed. This means the country will need to rapidly increase its capacity for low-carbon and zero-carbon energy sources, including hydrogen. We will only succeed in getting to net-zero if the UK has the right talent, ideas and innovation.

The UK hydrogen strategy, released in June 2020, highlights the potential for hydrogen to play a significant role in the transition to a low-carbon economy. The government aims to establish the UK as a world leader in the production and use of hydrogen, with the goal of producing 5GW of low-carbon hydrogen by 2030.

The hydrogen economy represents a huge opportunity for the UK to decarbonise heavy industry and reduce emissions from transport. NOCN is well-positioned to support the development of the skills needed to deliver this transition and is committed to providing the necessary qualifications and training to support the growth of the hydrogen industry.

To achieve this, the UK will need to develop a skilled workforce with the qualifications and expertise to design, build, and operate hydrogen energy systems. This will require various engineering, project management, and data analysis skills.

One of the key qualifications needed for the UK to achieve its net-zero targets is a strong understanding of the science and technology of hydrogen energy. This includes knowledge of hydrogen production methods, storage and distribution, and the integration of hydrogen energy into existing systems.

Another important qualification is the ability to design and implement hydrogen energy systems and work with a range of different technologies and equipment. This includes experience with hydrogen fuel cells, electrolysis systems, and hydrogen storage systems.
To address the skills gap in hydrogen energy, the UK government and industry must invest in training and education programs that provide individuals with the qualifications and experience needed to succeed in the hydrogen energy sector. This includes funding for research and development, as well as for apprenticeships and other training programs.

In addition to investing in education and training, the UK government and industry must also work together to create opportunities for individuals to gain hands-on experience in the hydrogen energy sector. This can be achieved through internships, co-op programs, and other forms of on-the-job training.

The UK has the potential to become a global leader in hydrogen energy, but achieving this will require a skilled workforce with the right qualifications and experience. By investing in education and training and creating opportunities for hands-on experience, the UK can build the workforce it needs to achieve its net-zero targets and unlock the full potential of hydrogen energy.

Hydrogen energy plays a key role in achieving net-zero emissions. The qualifications and skills needed to work in this sector are essential to realising the full potential of hydrogen energy. NOCN Group is committed to addressing the potential skills gap in this area and providing individuals with the qualifications and training they need to succeed across the green economy. We are proud to be a leading provider of green skills qualifications and to be playing our part in helping the UK achieve its net-zero targets.

NOCN Group will have hydrogen qualifications from Level 2 Awareness to Level 4; more technical topics coming soon, so we can continue to help businesses and individuals succeed across the green economy.