EU-supported research on hydrogen and fuel cells
The Fifth EU Research Framework Programme (FP5 1999-2002) devoted €120 million to hydrogen and fuel cell research. In the Sixth Framework Programme (FP6 2003-2006), research on energy and transport will be undertaken under the thematic priority "Sustainable development, global change and ecosystems" for which a total budget of €2,120 million has been earmarked. It is envisaged that the budget for research on fuel cells, including their applications and hydrogen technologies will be increased substantially compared with FP5. First calls for proposals will be published later in 2002, and projects will be launched by mid 2003.
The High Level Group on Hydrogen and Fuel Cells The High Level Group is formed by senior representatives of the hydrogen, fuel cell and transport sector. The Group is an informal body with an advisory role. Its main objective will be to advise the Commission on determining the prospects for, and economic impact of, moving towards a sustainable energy economy based on hydrogen and electricity and introducing fuel cells as energy converters. By mid 2003 the Group will present a paper outlining ideas for the joint European actions necessary for a vibrant fuel cell industry and a sustainable hydrogen energy economy. The report may be followed by a more detailed action plan, including a hydrogen and fuel cell strategic research agenda.
For further information on EU hydrogen policy please visit: http://europa.eu.int/comm/research/energy/nn/nn_rt_hy3_en.htm http://europa.eu.int/comm/dgs/energy_transport/index_fr.html
The Fifth EU Research Framework Programme (FP5 1999-2002) devoted €120 million to hydrogen and fuel cell research. In the Sixth Framework Programme (FP6 2003-2006), research on energy and transport will be undertaken under the thematic priority "Sustainable development, global change and ecosystems" for which a total budget of €2,120 million has been earmarked. It is envisaged that the budget for research on fuel cells, including their applications and hydrogen technologies will be increased substantially compared with FP5. First calls for proposals will be published later in 2002, and projects will be launched by mid 2003.
The High Level Group on Hydrogen and Fuel Cells The High Level Group is formed by senior representatives of the hydrogen, fuel cell and transport sector. The Group is an informal body with an advisory role. Its main objective will be to advise the Commission on determining the prospects for, and economic impact of, moving towards a sustainable energy economy based on hydrogen and electricity and introducing fuel cells as energy converters. By mid 2003 the Group will present a paper outlining ideas for the joint European actions necessary for a vibrant fuel cell industry and a sustainable hydrogen energy economy. The report may be followed by a more detailed action plan, including a hydrogen and fuel cell strategic research agenda.
For further information on EU hydrogen policy please visit: http://europa.eu.int/comm/research/energy/nn/nn_rt_hy3_en.htm http://europa.eu.int/comm/dgs/energy_transport/index_fr.html