Green Hydrogen Policy Accelerator Training Course (Egypt)

The Green Hydrogen Organisation and International Solar Alliance are convening a joint training program for the green hydrogen economy, “Green Hydrogen Policy Accelerator Training Course”.  

The course targets participants from 14 countries in Africa and Latin America, with sessions scheduled at Nile University, Cairo, Egypt. Each day will cover critical topics in green hydrogen, including policy, finance, infrastructure, trade, strategy, standards, and certification. The course will also give participants the opportunity to visit the Suez Canal Economic Zone and Sokhna Port to further understand practical applications and logistics.  

The primary focus is to strengthen the Green Hydrogen Innovation Centre (GHIC) and equip government officials with expertise in renewable energy, green hydrogen production, applications, and policy development. This initiative is strategically designed to highlight the pivotal role of GHIC in driving the energy transition and achieving global sustainability and climate objectives, with a special emphasis on Asia, Africa and Latin America as the first key markets for green hydrogen.  

In addition to comprehensive training, the initiative seeks to cultivate a strong community among senior officials, fostering collaboration and synergy in advancing their respective countries' green hydrogen initiatives. This training program and the interconnected community in Africa and LAC align closely with the mission and activities of the GHIC, hosted by the International Solar Alliance, amplifying the GHIC's impact and influence on global green hydrogen endeavors. More information about the GHIC is here www.isa-ghic.org. 

This course will be one of the first activities of our newly launched GH2 Cairo Centre of Excellence based at Nile University. A key objective of the GH2 Cairo Centre is to accelerate the financing of large-scale renewable energy and green hydrogen projects, with initiatives to mobilise and derisk both public and private sector investments. The GH2 Cairo Centre will also serve as the AGHA Secretariat, also promoting cooperation with key export markets including the European Union and Asia. 

You can read more about the detailed programme and modules here: 

OVERVIEW 

This five-day course offers an in-depth exploration of green hydrogen, focusing on critical topics each day to provide a comprehensive understanding of the field. 

Day 1: Policy 

Focus on the strategic importance of green hydrogen in the energy transition. Participants will explore market developments, industrial strategies, and policy instruments. The day includes case studies from Egypt and Namibia and concludes with discussions on electrolysis and green hydrogen derivatives. 

Day 2: Finance 

Dedicated to the economic aspects of green hydrogen, this day covers project economics, finance, government fiscal measures and guarantee instrument for green hydrogen projects. Attendees will delve into fiscal modelling and permitting processes through case studies from Côte d'Ivoire, Djibouti, and Mauritius. 

Day 3: Standards and Legislation 

This day emphasises the importance of standards and certifications in green hydrogen. Participants will study detailed standards and certification processes, with case studies from Ethiopia, Morocco, and Tunisia. The focus will also be on offtake agreements and legislation. 

Day 4: Trade 

The focus is on the global trade dynamics of green hydrogen. Participants will gain insights into international trade mechanisms and visit a green hydrogen plant and port to understand practical applications and logistics. This will include a visit to the Suez Canal Economic Zone and the Sokhna Port.

Day 5: Infrastructure 

Examines the infrastructure needs for green hydrogen production, including water and land resources, and transportation. The day includes case studies from Panama, Paraguay, Nigeria, and Uganda to illustrate various infrastructure strategies. 

Final Day: Strategy and Innovation 

The course concludes with a briefing on the Green Hydrogen Innovation Centre, a strategy session for the African Green Hydrogen Alliance, and discussions on key messages for COP29. This final day aims to synthesise the knowledge gained throughout the course and outline future strategic directions. 

On the successful completion of the course, participants will receive the Green Hydrogen Enabling Environment Course certificate, issued by: Nile University, International Solar Alliance, and the Green Hydrogen Organisation. Each participant will also be expected to contribute to the annual yearbook, Green Hydrogen Enabling Environment Course Book 2024, jointly published by the organisers in November 2024 at COP29.  

Participating countries

• Cote d'Ivoire
• Djibouti
• Egypt
• El Salvador
• Ethiopia
• Mauritania
• Mauritius
• Morocco
• Namibia
• Nigeria
• Panama
• Paraguay
• Tunisia
• Uganda