Centre management together with the Executive Board at the 2025 HyValue Days.
HyValue develops knowledge, methods and innovative solutions for sustainable hydrogen and ammonia value chains, from production to end use.
The transition to a hydrogen economy requires advances in technology, infrastructure, markets, safety and societal trust. HyValue brings these disciplines together to reduce risk, support investment and strengthen Norway’s role in a sustainable hydrogen future.
The five challenges HyValue addresses
HyValue addresses five grand challenges related to buillding a competitive Norwegian hydrogen energy sector:
- Challenge 1: Can we produce hydrogen and ammonia with minimum energy loss and at a lower cost?
- Challenge 2: Can we create a safe and resilient transport and distribution system for hydrogen-based fuels?
- Challenge 3: Can we develop end-user applications for hydrogen-based energy carriers?
- Challenge 4: Can we stimulate investments and build systems with acceptable risk for all stakeholders?
- Challenge 5: Can we build public trust and confidence in a hydrogen economy?
HyValue combines natural sciences, engineering, economics, law and social sciences. Our work is organised into six research work packages covering production technologies, transport and storage infrastructure, end-use applications, safety, societal embeddedness and value-chain integration.
Facts
- 45+ MNOK annual budget
- 50+ partners
- 8-year research centre (2022–2030)
- 40+ researchers
- 25 PhDs and postdocs
Management
Work package leaders
Executive Board Members
- ELKEM - Aasgeir Valderhaug (Chair)
- HVL - Stig Erik Jakobsen
- NHH - Leif Sandal
- NORCE - Aina M. Berg
- UiB - Kristine Spildo
- UiS - Helge Bøvik Larsen
- Corvus Energy - Elisabeth Kjønsberg
- Equinor - Kerstin Schemmann
- Advokatfirmaet Hjort - Jørn A- Uggerud
- Ocean Hyway Cluster - Martin Hennum
- Element One Energy - Anders E. Kvåle
Scientific Advisory Committee
The Scientific Advisory Committee provides independent guidance to ensure the quality and relevance of HyValue’s research. Composed of leading experts from national and international institutions, the committee supports HyValue in achieving scientific excellence and societal impact.
What the committee does
- Advises on research priorities and best practices.
- Reviews progress and offers recommendations to strengthen scientific outcomes.
- Ensures alignment with international standards and emerging trends.
Members:
- Kees van Wingerden (Chair) – Vysus Group, Safety Science & Risk
- Anna Stefanopoulou – University of Michigan, Mechanical Engineering
- Kim Talus – University of Finland, Energy Law
- Maartje Boon – University of Stuttgart, Subsurface Storage
- Ranjit Koodali – Western Kentucky University, Production Technologies
Innovation and Industry Project Committee (IIPC)
The Innovation and Industry Project Committee plays a key role in connecting HyValue’s research with real-world applications. Its purpose is to strengthen collaboration between research partners and industry, ensuring that project results lead to practical solutions and market opportunities.
What the committee does
- Evaluates the innovation potential of research outcomes and recommends actions to accelerate adoption.
- Identifies and prioritizes short-term industry projects that support HyValue’s goals.
- Advises on resource allocation for industry-driven initiatives.
The committee meets regularly and reports to the HyValue Executive Board. It includes representatives from research and user partners, with the Innovation and Exploitation Manager serving as chair. This structure ensures balanced input and a strong link between scientific progress and industrial needs.