Abstract:

This work presents an academia–industry collaboration model aimed at accelerating the adoption of sustainable energy technologies, illustrated through a two-year research project on the feasibility of green hydrogen systems for mobility and small-scale energy applications. The initiative embeds a doctoral researcher within an industrial partner to evaluate hydrogen production technologies, assess techno-economic viability (CAPEX, OPEX, LCOE, LCOH), and design a 10-year investment roadmap aligned with European and regional hydrogen strategies. Findings include a comparative assessment of PEM and alkaline electrolysers integrated with photovoltaic generation, as well as a methodological framework for transforming traditional service stations into multi-energy hubs capable of delivering electricity, hydrogen, and conventional fuels during the transition to low-carbon mobility. The project demonstrates how academic expertise can support SMEs in navigating technological uncertainty, developing realistic business models, and accelerating innovation in the clean-energy sector.

Keywords:

Green hydrogen, Techno-economic assessment, Academia–industry collaboration.