Creating a new energy future

Australia is turning to hydrogen as part of a new energy mix.  As a research and innovation powerhouse, we are collaborating with industry and government partners to drive hydrogen opportunities that will make a positive difference to our regions and our world.

Our research areas

Hydrogen production Low emission energy technologies Find out more
Hydrogen utilisation Fuels, materials and energy utilisation Find out more
Hydrogen storage Renewable energy systems, efficiency and storage Find out more
Cross cutting technology Built on industrial innovation Find out more
Translating research into real-world opportunities

Translating research into real-world opportunities

We’re changing the way the world is powered. Our world-class researchers are developing the technologies, systems and skills needed to reduce carbon emissions and mitigate the impacts of climate change. Our work is supported by the Newcastle Institute for Energy and Resources (NIER).

Industry collaboration

We are known for our industry collaboration in the energy and resources sector. With our partners, we support new investment, new industries and new opportunities for our communities.

News

University takes another step in its efforts to deliver hydrogen innovations on a global scale

University takes another step in its efforts to deliver hydrogen innovations on a global scale

The University of Newcastle is one of more than a dozen international signatories on a new Global Partnership for Hydrogen Innovation. An official signing of the partnership agreement took place on 10 May 2023 at the World Hydrogen Summit in Rotterdam in the Netherlands.

Partnership puts Green Ammonia project on fast track for real world use

Partnership puts Green Ammonia project on fast track for real world use

A cleaner greener future is one step closer thanks to a new $18 million research partnership between the University of Newcastle and Australian company Element One, and the Australian Government.

University of Newcastle welcomes $50M to trailblaze in recycling and clean energy

University of Newcastle welcomes $50M to trailblaze in recycling and clean energy

The University of Newcastle has welcomed today’s Federal Government announcement of $50 million in funding to produce clean energy and recycling innovations through the creation of the Australian Trailblazer Recycling and Clean Energy (ATRaCE) Program.

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University of Newcastle welcomes $15 Million Decarbonisation Hub

University of Newcastle welcomes $15 Million Decarbonisation Hub

The University of Newcastle has welcomed a $15 million investment from the NSW Government for a Decarbonisation Innovation Hub that will help fast-track research, development and commercialisation to drive solutions for a low emissions economy.

Hunter Region Nominated as a Hydrogen Technology Cluster

Hunter Region Nominated as a Hydrogen Technology Cluster

The Hunter region has been chosen as the Hunter Hydrogen Technology Cluster in an announcement made today from National Energy Resources Australia (NERA).