By the end of this 3 days training course, participants will be able to:

• Learn terminology , definitions , metrics encounted in blue hydrogen production and geological CCS technologies.
• Become familarised with blue hydrogen production technologies (new technology advancements).
• Assess the geological carbon storage sites for integration with blue hydrogen.
• Determine techno-economic evaluation of H₂ – CCS technologies.
• Examine some of the key parameters for implementation of blue hydrogen production and the strategies for integration with CCS.

This course is designed for industry-focused professionals within the energy, power and gas sectors including renewable power generation companies, natural gas producers  and hydrogen producers, from the following disciplines and area of focus:

• Energy Engineers who specialise in renewable energy or hydrogen technologies.
• Chemical Engineers who interest in hydrogen production processes and carbon capture technologies.
• Process Engineers who involve in petrochemical, or industrial gas production sectors.
• Environmental Engineers who focus on emissions reduction and sustainable energy solutions.
• Hydrogen Production Technologists who develop innovative methods for efficient and sustainable hydrogen production.
• Geologists who specialise in underground storage and geological formations suitable for CO₂.
• Project Managers who oversee energy infrastructure projects, including hydrogen production and CCS facilities.
• Chemical Process (SMR) Managers and Developers specializing in steam methane reforming processes, optimizing efficiency and environmental performance while integrating CCS technologies.
• Hydrogen Production Managers and Developers overseeing the design, construction, and operation of hydrogen production facilities, including blue hydrogen projects.
• Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) Specialists and Managers who provide expertise in CCS technology deployment, operations and implementing CCS projects, including site selection, permitting, and operations.
• Sustainability Managers within industries who involve in reducing carbon footprints and adopt cleaner energy solutions.
• Project Finance Managers who provide financial analysis and funding solutions for hydrogen and CCS projects, assessing economic viability and securing investments.
• Energy Analysts who assessing the economic viability and market potential of hydrogen and CCS technologies.
• Researchers who contribute to an advancement in hydrogen production, CCS, and carbon management.
• Energy Consultants who offer strategic advice and technical expertise on hydrogen and CCS projects.
• Renewable Energy Traders who specialize in hydrogen-related commodities and markets, seeking insights into hydrogen production and CCS integration for investment decisions.
• Government Energy Policymakers who involve in policies and incentives to promote hydrogen adoption and CCS deployment, aiming for sustainable energy transitions.
• Project Risk Managers who identify and mitigate risks associated with hydrogen production, CCS implementation, and project execution.
• Business and Investor Managers who evaluate opportunities in the emerging hydrogen economy and CCS sector, assessing risks and returns.
• Policy Analysts who shape energy and environmental policies related to hydrogen and carbon capture initiatives.
• Regulatory Affairs Specialists who navigate regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements in the energy and environmental sectors.

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• Intermediate

Participants attending this training course will receive thorough training and practical group interaction, discussions, and exercises. Participants will develop the skills necessary to understand and effectively explore opportunities and challenges to hydrogen production through the SMR technology (known as blue hydrogen) as a future fuel for industrial and domestic applications as well as the ways to integrate this technology to carbon capture and geological storage. All course materials such as power point presentations, exercises, and quizzes will be given to participants.

Your expert instructor is currently based in Newcastle, United Kingdom. He completed his MSc in Petroleum Engineering in 2003 from NTNU, Norway, followed by his Ph.D. at the University of Stavanger in 2006. With 12 years of industrial experience at a Middle Eastern oil production company and Statoil ASA (Equinor), he joined Teesside University as a Senior Lecturer.

From 2006 to 2013, he engaged in diverse exploration and development initiatives across the North Sea, the Barents Sea, and the Middle East. Notable projects included conducting history matching for Oseberg South and managing reservoirs. Additionally, he contributed to several multimillion-dollar SCAL projects spanning the Norwegian Continental Shelf and North Africa, focusing on areas such as low salinity water injection for improved oil recovery (IOR). The knowledge and experience gained from water injection techniques have assist him in the development of efficient CO₂ injection and storage strategies in geological formations.

Your expert instructor took on responsibilities for overseeing the Joint Industry Project (JIP) related to chalk reservoirs at Statoil, as well as E-core projects involving pore network modeling. Furthermore, understanding how chalk reservoirs behave under various conditions has assisted him in evaluating the suitability for CO₂ storage and mitigating potential leakage risks.

During his tenure as a Production Engineer at a Middle Eastern oil production company from 1997 to 2001, he held significant responsibilities. His role involved overseeing surface facilities within oil production units and managing oil and gas-producing wells across diverse oil fields, with a particular focus on those containing carbonate reservoirs in the southern region. His duties encompassed the management of outdoor production activities, including tasks such as acidizing, cementing, and perforation operations. These responsibilities are relevant to the optimization of oil and gas extraction processes, which contribute to the broader understanding of reservoir management techniques applicable to hydrogen production integrated with CO₂ capture and storage (CCS).

In connection to the above topics within the net-zero domain, he has secured industrial-based funds from Qatar – NPRP and Saudi Arabia. Your expert instructor`s focus has been and continues to be key aspects of the energy sector, earth sciences, geo-energy, geopolymer, waste management, carbon capture and storage, hydrogen production, transportation, and storage. Within the last few years, he has also brought the concept of digitalization to enrich the outcome and use resources in a smarter manner, which helps in reducing CO₂ emissions.

To further optimise your learning experience from our courses, we also offer individualized “One to One” coaching support for 2 hours post training. We can help improve your competence in your chosen area of interest, based on your learning needs and available hours. This is a great opportunity to improve your capability and confidence in a particular area of expertise. It will be delivered over a secure video conference call by one of our senior trainers. They will work with you to create a tailor-made coaching program that will help you achieve your goals faster.
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