Last Project Plenary and General Assembly
As FreeHydroCells moves closer to its conclusion, the project is focused on completing proof-of-concept verification and assessing its broader impact. While the final chapter has yet to be written, important milestones remain ahead. Stay tuned for future updates as we reflect on achievements and explore the project’s legacy and future potential.
New Breakthrough in Hydrogen Research from FreeHydroCells
The FreeHydroCells project celebrates a major milestone as its latest research is featured on the cover of ACS Electrochemistry. The study explores a hidden challenge in green hydrogen production—how tiny bubbles can limit efficiency—and reveals how advanced 3D-printed electrode designs can better control bubble behaviour. This breakthrough offers new insights into making hydrogen production more efficient, bringing clean energy solutions one step closer to reality.
Listening to Gases: A Conversation with Dr. Dara Fitzpatrick
An interview with Dr. Dara Fitzpatrick on how BARDS acoustic spectroscopy is transforming hydrogen production research. Discover how passive gas monitoring is advancing photoelectrochemical water splitting and enabling more efficient, scalable green hydrogen technologies within the FreeHydroCells project.
Connecting with Europe’s Leading Green Hydrogen Innovators – OHPERA Final Clustering Workshop
FreeHydroCells participated in the OHPERA Final Clustering Workshop in Valencia, connecting with Europe’s leading researchers, industry partners, and EU‑funded projects in green hydrogen and solar fuels. The event offered valuable insights on PEC innovation, materials breakthroughs, and cross‑project collaboration shaping Europe’s clean energy future.
2025 at a Glance – FreeHydroCells: Growing, Learning & Connecting
Recounting 2025 moments and reflecting on how they shape FreeHydroCells’ trajectory for the upcoming year.
FreeHydroCells 2025 General Assembly Meeting held in Cork, Ireland
The FreeHydroCells consortium came together in sunny Cork for its September 2025 General Assembly, hosted by University College Cork and UCC Academy. Over two days, partners from across Europe shared progress, explored technical challenges, and strengthened collaboration on the project’s mission: transforming solar energy into green hydrogen at scale.
FreeHydroCells at ISF5: Reflections from the Solar Fuels Community
FreeHydroCells was represented at ISF5, where over 300 researchers explored advances in solar fuels. Elise Bérut and Estelle Le Baron from CEA shared insights on bridging fundamental research with real-world deployment. Their reflections highlight the need to connect innovative materials science with scalable, practical solutions.
3D Printing for Green Hydrogen – The future of sustainable energy with Dr Matthew Ferguson
Dr. Matthew Ferguson, postdoctoral researcher at UCC, shares how 3D printing and electrochemistry are coming together in the FreeHydroCells project to create efficient, sustainable hydrogen production technologies.
FreeHydroCells Labs Recognised for Sustainable Practices – Joins Ireland’s Green Lab Leaders
FreeHydroCells has been recognised as a Green Lab Leader under Ireland’s Sustainable Laboratory Certification Programme. This marks a major milestone in our commitment to sustainable research practices — both in the way we work and in the clean energy technology we are pioneering. Learn more about our efforts to reduce waste, optimise energy use, and develop next-gen solar-to-hydrogen systems.
FreeHydroCells: A Bold New Path for Clean Energy and Climate Action
FreeHydroCells is reimagining green hydrogen from the ground up. By eliminating rare materials and embracing decentralised, modular systems, the project offers a bold, affordable, and community-focused path to clean energy. In this post, we explore how FreeHydroCells is tackling two of today’s biggest challenges—climate change and energy poverty—through innovation, resilience, and local empowerment.