University of St Andrews

The University of St Andrews is renowned for its fundamental research in energy topics such as energy storage, sustainability, and energy and ethics. The University has particular research strengths in low carbon technologies. Within its ‘Energy, environmental and sustainable chemistry’ theme are topics such as materials for energy storage and synthetic fuels, solar energy, critical raw materials and pollution, which provide real solutions for today’s world problems.

The Hydrogen Accelerator is hosted by the University of St Andrews working in partnership with the University of Strathclyde. The objective of the Hydrogen Accelerator is to facilitate the transition to hydrogen and low emission technologies across Scotland with a particular focus on decarbonising transport. The team engages with both public and private sectors to drive hydrogen deployment and develop the associated supply chains.  As a pan-Scotland facility, the Hydrogen Accelerator has strong academic links across the country and can help access specialist capabilities within institutions.

The Genesis Centre based at Eden Campus forms part of the University of St Andrews. It is being developed as a hub for academic-industry interactions within the energy sector. Part of the remit of the centre is to provide technology support for companies working in the low-carbon sector, including activities such as scale up for batteries, fuel cells and materials research.