[Jakarta, August 24, 2024] – Green hydrogen is becoming increasingly important as we seek to reduce our reliance on fossil fuels and enhance energy resilience. It’s production process, which utilizes renewable energy sources such as solar and wind, offers significant potential in reducing carbon emissions and providing a clean, safe energy source.

The UGM Energy Studies Center, in collaboration with Groningen University, held a Summer Course entitled “Hydrogen’s Role in Energy Transition: Perspective and Challenges” from August 19 to 23, 2024. The event took place at ERIC, Faculty of Engineering, UGM, Yogyakarta, and was attended by academics, practitioners, policymakers, and representatives from the energy sector, including the Ministry of Finance and energy companies includes PT PLN, PLN EPI, PT PERTAMINA, and PT Maxpower Indonesia. Bayu Wisnu Aji, Senior Manager of Business Development at PT Maxpower Indonesia, represented the company at the event.

The Summer Course consisted of several sessions, including presentations, panel discussions, and workshops. The event featured keynote speaker Prof. Eniya L. Dewi from the Directorate General of New, Renewable Energy, and Energy Conservation, as well as international speakers from the University of Groningen and Kyushu University. They discussed the development of hydrogen-related technologies and policies, as well as the challenges and opportunities in the global energy transition.

The outcomes of the Summer Course include:

• In-Depth Understanding of Hydrogen: Participants gained a comprehensive understanding of hydrogen as a clean energy source, it’s role in the sustainable energy transition, and how hydrogen can support the achievement of a sustainable energy system.
• Awareness of Societal and Economic Perspectives: Participants gained insights into societal and economic perspectives related to the energy transition and hydrogen use, as well as understanding the legal challenges associated with it’s implementation.
• Knowledge of the Latest Hydrogen Technologies: Participants learned about the latest technologies used in hydrogen production, storage, and transportation, including recent innovations and technological advancements.
• Ability to Analyze Hydrogen Applications: Participants were able to analyze the utilization of hydrogen from upstream to downstream and understand it’s applications in key industries such as fertilizers and ammonia in Indonesia.
• Expertise in Forming Hydrogen Valleys: Participants acquired expertise in forming hydrogen valleys, including how to build efficient hydrogen supply chains and integrate them with existing electricity infrastructure, such as Smart Grids.

This Summer Course is expected to open up more collaborations between universities, policymakers, and businesses in developing hydrogen technology in Indonesia.