California State University, Los Angeles (Cal State LA) and Southern California Gas (SoCalGas) have teamed up to offer development and training opportunities for the emerging and existing workforce in the hydrogen industry through the Hydrogen Education for a Decarbonized Global Economy (H2EDGE) initiative. SoCalGas selected Cal State LA to become one of 20 affiliated universities participating in the H2EDGE program, representing the only paired participants from California.
H2EDGE, created by the Electric Power Research Institute and supported by the US Department of Energy’s (DOE) Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO), establishes a foundation that aims to develop a strong hydrogen workforce and further advance hydrogen technologies and uses. The program provides instruction through short courses, online workshops, professional development activities, and networking opportunities.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with Cal State LA on the H2EDGE initiative, which is pivotal in helping to shape the future of the hydrogen industry workforce in the region,” said Neil Navin, senior vice president of engineering and major projects and chief clean fuels officer at SoCalGas. “This collaboration underscores our commitment to advancing hydrogen technologies and fostering educational opportunities that can drive innovation and sustainability. By working together, we are not only preparing the next generation of engineers but also working to help California reach its decarbonization goals. We look forward to the impactful contributions that Cal State LA students will bring to the H2EDGE program and the broader hydrogen economy.”
