Australian Hydrogen Research Conference (AHRC)

The Australian Hydrogen Research Conference is a national forum focused on hydrogen science, technology, and systems integration, with strong alignment to Australia’s clean energy and export ambitions. It brings together researchers from chemistry, materials science, engineering, and energy systems, alongside government agencies and industry stakeholders. Topics typically include hydrogen production (electrolysis, reforming, photocatalysis), storage and transport, safety, infrastructure, and end-use applications. Scientific rigor is solid, particularly in applied and translational research, though the conference places equal emphasis on policy, commercialization pathways, and national strategy. Industry participation is significant, reflecting Australia’s interest in scaling hydrogen technologies. The conference is especially valuable for understanding how laboratory research connects to deployment challenges and regulatory frameworks. While not as selective as global hydrogen conferences, it plays an important role in shaping the regional hydrogen ecosystem.