In a key dialogue on Sri Lanka’s renewable energy future, Greenstat Asia Chairman Sturle Harald Pedersen met with the Honourable Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Harini Amarasuriya, to explore long-term collaboration in green hydrogen education, research, and capacity building.

The discussion focused on strengthening institutional partnerships to advance Sri Lanka’s hydrogen roadmap, combining international expertise with local innovation.

Also present at the meeting were Nalaka Kaluwewe, Secretary to the Ministry of Education, and Prasadini Wickramasinghe, Coordinator of the Greenstat Centre of Excellence for Hydrogen (COE-H) in Sri Lanka.

Advancing hydrogen partnerships in research and higher education

Mr. Pedersen outlined Greenstat’s mission to support Sri Lanka’s clean energy goals and shared recent progress in developing a national ecosystem for hydrogen research and knowledge exchange.

Hydrogen Master’s Degree Programme

Greenstat is collaborating with Sri Lankan universities to launch the country’s first Master’s programme in green hydrogen. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has already been signed with the University of Peradeniya, with further agreements underway with the University of Moratuwa, University of Jaffna, and University of Ruhuna.

Research tools and capacity building

Through the COE-H, Greenstat is integrating advanced software tools such as EFFECTS and RISKCURVES into university curricula. These tools are essential for training students in process safety, consequence modelling, and risk assessment in hydrogen production and storage.

Promoting skills and awareness in hydrogen technologies

Beyond academic collaboration, Greenstat’s initiatives focus on creating a skilled workforce and raising public awareness on green hydrogen.

Open-access webinars and training

The COE-H conducts free webinars covering various segments of the hydrogen value chain, offering knowledge-sharing opportunities for students, professionals, and policymakers.

Clean Marine Pilot Project in Bentota

In partnership with Midwest Energy, Greenstat Hydrogen Sri Lanka is piloting a hydrogen-electric boat project in the Bentota estuary. The initiative aims to decarbonise inland water transport in tourism and fisheries sectors by replacing ageing diesel vessels with clean, quiet electric alternatives—protecting ecosystems and improving visitor experience.

Building momentum for hydrogen education in Sri Lanka

During the meeting, Prime Minister Amarasuriya acknowledged Greenstat’s commitment to sustainable development and expressed interest in expanding hydrogen-related content in technical and vocational education. Emphasis was placed on aligning curriculum development with global energy transition trends and preparing youth for emerging green jobs.

A message from Greenstat Asia

“We envision the Centre of Excellence as a national platform for international collaboration—from research partnerships to skills development,” said Mr. Sturle Pedersen, Chairman of Greenstat Asia and Honorary Consul of Sri Lanka in Bergen–Vestland. “We are grateful for the Ministry’s support in shaping a workforce ready to power a hydrogen-driven future.”

Greenstat Hydrogen Sri Lanka: Supporting the energy transition

Greenstat Hydrogen Sri Lanka is a knowledge and innovation partner in the country’s hydrogen ecosystem, working with academic institutions, government agencies, and industry to accelerate Sri Lanka’s transition to a low-carbon economy. The company supports the entire hydrogen value chain—from feasibility studies and technology integration to project execution and investment facilitation.

By enabling international-local partnerships, providing cutting-edge tools, and promoting sustainable infrastructure, Greenstat is helping to shape Sri Lanka’s role as a regional leader in hydrogen innovation.

Stay updated on Sri Lanka’s hydrogen journey

Greenstat Hydrogen Sri Lanka invites all stakeholders to join its mission of creating clean energy solutions and green job opportunities.

• Follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube
• Explore our upcoming webinars and educational initiatives
• Connect with us to collaborate on green hydrogen in Sri Lanka

Explore how green hydrogen can transform India’s steel sector and drive the transition to a net-zero future. The whitepaper, “Role of Green Hydrogen in Indian Steel Sector”, developed by EY-Parthenon, WWF-India, and CII-Green Business Centre, highlights how electrolysis-based hydrogen energy solutions can significantly reduce CO₂ emissions and enable sustainable clean fuel alternatives for steel production.

📥 Download the Full Report Here: Role of Green Hydrogen in India Steel Sector

Key Highlights:

✅ Up to 90% CO₂ emission reduction with hydrogen-based DRI-EAF routes
✅ Green hydrogen demand to reach 15.15 MMTPA by 2070
✅ Investment requirement of US$297–304 billion to scale hydrogen infrastructure

Enabling India’s Net-Zero Steel Future

The report offers strategies on hydrogen adoption, including:

• Policy frameworks & incentives

• Infrastructure development through public-private partnerships (PPPs)

• Focus on R&D and skill development

📥 Click here to access the whitepaper: Role of Green Hydrogen in India Steel Sector

Hydrogen Governance: Insights from Germany’s National Hydrogen Strategy

Discover how governance is the cornerstone of effective hydrogen strategy implementation in this informative webinar featuring Florian Kohlhammer, a consultant for GIZ in the Hydrogen Coordination Office (Leitstelle Wasserstoff). With a focus on Germany’s National Hydrogen Strategy, Florian offers key insights into governance, stakeholder management, and how these elements support the global hydrogen transition.

📢 What You’ll Learn

✅ The importance of stakeholder management in transformational processes.
✅ How the governance structure of Germany’s Hydrogen Strategy is designed.
✅ Where the strategy aligns with theoretical models of stakeholder management.

About the Speaker

Florian Kohlhammer brings extensive experience in energy transition, hydrogen strategy, and governance. He has collaborated with key stakeholders in Germany, Chile, Sweden, and the USA, applying his expertise in business development and agile project management to drive hydrogen development globally.

📺 Watch the Webinar

Gain exclusive insights into governance and stakeholder management in hydrogen development. This webinar is a must-watch for professionals in the hydrogen sector, policymakers, and anyone interested in energy transition strategies.

👉 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share to stay updated on the latest content in hydrogen development and the future of energy transition!

Catch the full replay of our essential webinar on hydrogen safety, led by Sonia Ruiz Pérez from Gexcon Australia, Product Manager for #EFFECTS and #RISKCURVES. In this session, discover how cutting-edge consequence and risk modeling tools are setting new benchmarks for safety in hydrogen projects.

Watch to Learn:

🔹 The role of loss containment in hydrogen safety
🔹 Key safety considerations for hydrogen operations
🔹 The importance of Quantitative Risk Assessments (QRA)
🔹 A demo of EFFECTS & RISKCURVES for safe decision-making

Gain valuable insights and practical tools to implement safer hydrogen practices in your projects.

🔔 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe & Enable Notifications for more replays and insights on hydrogen technology and safety!

Sri Lanka Green Hydrogen Symposium 2023

Rewind to the Green Hydrogen Symposium, a pivotal event held on November 21st at Shangri-la Colombo!  Embracing innovation and sustainability, thought leaders gathered to explore the transformative potential of green hydrogen in Sri Lanka’s energy landscape. From envisioning a cleaner tomorrow to laying down the groundwork for a greener future, this symposium ignited conversations and collaborations aimed at shaping a more sustainable path forward.  Watch as experts delve into the power of green hydrogen and its promise in building a brighter, eco-friendly tomorrow for Sri Lanka and beyond!