Developing Subsurface Hydrogen Systems for Low-Carbon Energy Future
An interactive workshop for industry professionals to explore utilisations of geological resources for hydrogen generation and storage.
Date and time
Location
JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro
2600 Avenida Atlântica Copacabana, RJ 22041-001 BrazilAgenda
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Welcome Coffee & Registration
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Opening Remarks
TBC
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Utilising Geological Resources for Hydrogen Generation and Storage
Dr Gang Wang (Heriot-Watt University)
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Coffee Break
10:50 AM - 11:05 AM
Energi Simulation Overview
TBC
11:05 AM - 11:30 AM
Lessons from CCS: Implications for Hydrogen Storage
Prof Eric Mackay (Heriot-Watt University)
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
The critical role of salt caverns in the hydrogen economy
Prof Hadi Hajibeygi (Delft University of Technology)
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Lunch (Terraneo Restaurant)
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Geomechanical Aspects of Hydrogen, CO₂, and Water Storage in Porous Reservoirs
Prof Leonardo Guimarães (Federal Uni. of Pernambuco)
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Impact of Viscous Instability on Hydrogen Storage Performance
Dr Gang Wang (Heriot-Watt University)
2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Modelling Reaction Kinetics of Bio-Geochemical Processes in Underground Hydrog
Ahmad Shojaee (Heriot-Watt University)
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Coffee Break
2:50 PM - 4:00 PM
Co-Defining a Research Roadmap: Bridging Academic Research and Industrial Chal
Chaired by Susan Fellows
4:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Closing Remarks
About this event
- Event lasts 8 hours
Welcome to the workshop “Developing Subsurface Hydrogen Systems for Low-Carbon Energy” at the JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro. This one-day, in-person event brings together industry leaders and researchers to explore the latest advancements in hydrogen technology and its critical role in supporting a low-carbon future for Latin America. Discover how subsurface hydrogen systems and cutting-edge numerical modelling address the complex multiphysics challenges of underground storage — from fluid flow and geomechanics to bio-geochemical interactions.
The central objectives of this workshop:
· Provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of the current state of hydrogen development across the entire value chain — from production and transportation to storage and end use.
· Raise awareness of the unique technical challenges involved in modelling subsurface hydrogen systems.
· Provide a platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration between Latin American industry and both European and Brazilian academia in subsurface hydrogen research.
The workshop offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with leading experts in underground hydrogen solutions from around the world. It also provides a forum to help shape research priorities that align academic expertise with real-world industry needs. Register now via the link below to secure your place.