SOLID Project Stakeholder Workshop on Green Hydrogen and rSOC Energy Systems for Cyprus
The PHAETHON Centre of Excellence is pleased to support the upcoming SOLID Project stakeholder workshop organised by the University of Cyprus.
Workshop Title
Green Hydrogen and Reversible Solid Oxide Cell (rSOC) Energy Systems for Cyprus
📅 Date: Wednesday, 10 June 2026
🕘 Time: 10:00 – 12:30 (EEST)
💻 Format: Online (MS Teams)
Overview
The workshop will bring together researchers, industry representatives, policymakers, renewable energy developers, and broader energy stakeholders to discuss recent developments and future opportunities in green hydrogen and reversible Solid Oxide Cell (rSOC) technologies.
The SOLID project investigates innovative integrated energy systems capable of operating in two complementary modes:
- Electrolyser mode: production of green hydrogen using renewable electricity
- Fuel cell mode: conversion of stored hydrogen back into electricity and useful heat
Through this dual-mode operation, rSOC systems offer significant potential for flexible, efficient, and long-duration energy storage solutions.
Key Topics
- Reversible Solid Oxide Cell (rSOC) technology and hydrogen energy systems
- Integration of solar photovoltaics and hydrogen storage
- Techno-economic optimisation of hydrogen-based energy systems
- Thermal integration and system efficiency improvements
- Dynamic operation and degradation challenges
- Environmental and exergy considerations
- Opportunities and challenges for hydrogen deployment in Cyprus
- Future directions for integrated energy systems
Objectives of the Workshop
The workshop aims to:
- Present the main findings of the SOLID project
- Discuss the role of rSOC and hydrogen technologies in Cyprus
- Identify barriers and opportunities for deployment
- Strengthen collaboration between academia, industry, and policymakers
- Support future Horizon Europe research and innovation initiatives
Programme Highlights
The event will feature technical presentations from researchers at the University of Cyprus and the University of Groningen, which together comprise the SOLID project consortium.
A dedicated stakeholder discussion will follow, focusing on:
- Policy and regulatory considerations
- Infrastructure and market readiness
- Sector priorities for hydrogen deployment
- Opportunities for future European research collaboration
Target Audience
This workshop is intended for:
- Energy utilities and companies
- Renewable energy developers
- Policymakers and regulatory authorities
- Public sector organisations
- Research institutions
- Technology providers
- Industry stakeholders
- Students and researchers interested in hydrogen technologies
Registration
Participation is free of charge, but registration is required.
📄 Download the workshop brochure here
Acknowledgements
The SOLID project is funded by the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation (RIF) under the Cohesion Policy Programme “THALIA 2021–2027” (Grant Agreement No. BRIDGE2HORIZON/0823E/0210).
The project is also aligned with the broader mission of the PHAETHON Centre of Excellence for intelligent, efficient, and sustainable energy systems, supported under the Horizon Europe WIDERA Teaming programme (Grant Agreement No. 101059898).
