The development of hydrogen technology curriculum, strengthening and popularization of trainings is also part of the strategic cooperation agreement signed by the University of Dunaújváros (DUE) and the Hungarian Hydrogen Technology Association (MHTSz) on June 19, 2024.
The strategic agreement signed in Dunaújváros, in addition to the expansion of the parties’ professional-scientific relations, calls for the strengthening of the joint successful professional work that has been going on for years and the promotion of further effective cooperation.
The activities defined in the strategic agreement include the development of curriculum, the promotion of hydrogen technology training and the related educational organization.
At the ceremonial event, the Foundation for the University of Dunaújváros was represented by János Süli, chairman of the board of trustees, and Benko Marcell, director general and member of the board of trustees. On behalf of the University of Dunaújváros, rector István Dr. András and László Balázs, vice-rector for education were present. Managing Director Csaba Vigassy participated on behalf of the Hungarian Hydrogen Technology Association.
Managing director Csaba Vigassy emphasized at the event that “It is already clear that the balancing and storage of electricity from renewable energy production in the future is unthinkable without hydrogen technology, which requires an adequate number of highly qualified professionals to apply this technology to Hungary. Therefore, the Hungarian Hydrogen Technology Association places great emphasis on the development of technology-related secondary and higher education, an important stage of which is the strengthening of cooperation with universities.”
János Süli, chairman of the board of trustees, emphasized that experiences related to the production and use of hydrogen can serve as a basis for a so-called, defined by the area of Százhalombatta, Dunaújváros, Paks, and Szekszárd. hydrogen valley, which can play a major role in renewable steel production, as well as in the production of green steel.
Rector István Dr. András emphasized in his speech that more and more businesses are settling in the Dunaújváros area, and that the University of Dunaújváros and the related high school courses can serve as a base to satisfy the demand for high- and middle-level labor.
