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HYDRAGON: The clean energy of the future comes from the sun and water
HYDRAGON Press Note 2025
2025-10-12
Scientists from four countries are joining forces to change how we produce green hydrogen. Researchers from the Czech Republic (Charles University), Spain (IMDEA Energy), Turkey (Istanbul Technical University), and the Republic of Korea (Institute of Science and Technology, Jeonbuk National University, and Shawman Co. Ltd.) have launched an ambitious international project to turn sunlight and water into clean hydrogen using innovative, flexible, and low-cost materials. Green hydrogen is gaining attention as one of the most promising clean energy sources for a sustainable future. Unlike conventional hydrogen, green hydrogen is produced from renewable sources, such as sunlight, generating zero emissions during production. HYDRAGON (“From Light to Energy: Synergetic Multifunctional Materials Driving Photoelectrochemical Hydrogen Generation”) is coordinated in Spain by IMDEA Energy Institute and focuses on photoelectrochemical (PEC) technologies that use sunlight to split water—drawn from rivers or the sea—directly into hydrogen.
"This project is a key step toward cleaner, safer, and more accessible energy for everyone," says Dr. Patricia Horcajada, coordinator of the international consortium.

Researchers will develop advanced materials such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), lead-free perovskites, metal oxides, and carbides, all based on abundant and inexpensive metals. These materials will be combined with flexible carbon-based supports to create next-generation devices that will be more efficient, durable, and environmentally friendly.

HYDRAGON launched in May 2025 and is a three-year project funded by the European M-ERA.NET 2024 program, promoting global scientific collaboration. This initiative is an important step toward sustainable green hydrogen production, aiding worldwide climate change efforts.

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HYDRAGON Featured in FuturENERGY Magazine
IMDEA Energy FuturENERGY Article 2025
2025-10-12
Sergio Carrasco, Miriam Vos, Yolanda Pérez and Patricia Horcajada from IMDEA Energy contributed to the publication of an article in FuturENERGY magazine, presenting the HYDRAGON project’s objectives, technological approach, and expected impact. The article was aimed at increasing visibility among industrial stakeholders and the energy innovation community by translating scientific concepts into accessible language. The HYDRAGON initiative showcases the technological leadership of IMDEA Energy. For more about our published work, access the full magazine article below.
Sergio Carrasco, Miriam Vos, Yolanda Pérez and Patricia Horcajada from IMDEA Energy contributed to the publication of an article in FuturENERGY magazine, presenting the HYDRAGON project’s objectives, technological approach, and expected impact.
The article was aimed at increasing visibility among industrial stakeholders and the energy innovation community by translating scientific concepts into accessible language.
The HYDRAGON initiative showcases the technological leadership of IMDEA Energy and its commitment to energy innovation.
For more details and direct access to the publication: Read the full magazine article.
Introducing HYDRAGON: A Global Project for Green Hydrogen
2025-08-14

We are thrilled to announce the official launch of the HYDRAGON project! HYDRAGON ("From Light to Energy: Synergetic Multifunctional ...)

HYDRAGON Teams Launch Collaboration on Solar & Green Hydrogen
2025-08-14

We’re excited to share that HYDRAGON project teams have begun working together, uniting expertise and passion for solar energy and green hydrogen. In July, all partners will gather for our official kick-off meeting.

HYDRAGON Project Kick-off Meeting IMDEA logo
2025-07-03

HYDRAGON Consortium partners held the official kick-off meeting, launching scientific collaborations between teams in Spain, Turkey, Czech Republic, and South Korea.

Consortium on LinkedIn Hydragon logo
2025-08-14

HYDRAGON is officially present on LinkedIn. Follow us for ongoing project updates!