H2 Startup Accelerator
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H2 is a European-based startup accelerator program that aims to ignite innovation within the hydrogen ecosystem.
Shaping the hydrogen ecosystem
The H2 Startup Accelerator program aims to create an open innovation ecosystem to boost the hydrogen economy around the European region.
This platform functions as a launchpad for startups to present and develop their technology. It’s positioned at the intersection between research, industry, and collaboration across institutions.
Experienced industry players are the pillars of our platform and instrumental to the success of H2. Startups across a multitude of sectors can benefit from their industry know-how to test, pilot, and scale exciting, emerging technologies.
On the Road to Net Zero Emissions
Delve into the challenges faced in managing carbon footprint effectively and explore the crucial role of hydrogen in achieving net zero targets. Hear from our partners EWE and Acario Innovation, who shed light on the complexities of decarbonizing industries and the importance of green hydrogen as an energy carrier.
Our focus areas
- Water Electrolysis
- Plant Monitoring and Control
- Fuel Cell Systems
- Hydrogen Refuelling Stations
- Hydrogen Storage and Transportation (CGH2, LH2, LOHC)
- Hydrogen pipelines
Our Vision
"To build a network of disruptive, forward-thinkers impassioned by molding an innovative H2 ecosystem in Europe."
Sallar Faridi
Check out our videos
Plug and Play Hamburg presents the H2 StartUp Accelerator
Onboarding Workshop H2 Startup Accelerator | Plug and Play Tech Center
Announcement at International Innovation Day 2021
Key Dates
- Apr. 8, 2022Onboarding workshop with corporate partners
- June 29, 2022Selection Day Batch 1
- Oct. 27, 2022EXPO Day
- Apr. 20, 2023Open Innovation Days
- Oct. 5, 2023Explore 2024
- Sept. - Nov. 2023Discovery Sessions & Tech Tuesdays