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Lien webinaire ouvert à tous / Webinar link open to all: https://uqtr.zoom.us/j/82176063689?pwd=1lx8l9x30q0nWanNQIafZe0YR4Xzi2.1
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Hydrogen Safety Workshop
Hosted by the Hydrogen Research Institute (HRI – UQTR)
September 30th, 2025
1:15 PM – 5:00 PM
HRI - Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR)
Why attend?
Hydrogen is at the heart of the energy transition. Safety is a key factor for its production, storage, distribution, and use. This workshop brings together international experts, researchers, and industry partners to share knowledge and best practices for safe deployment of hydrogen technologies.
Program Highlights :
1:15 PM – Opening remarks
Prof. Bruno G . Pollet and Dr. Nirmal Gnanapragasam
1:30 PM – Safety of H₂ Production, Storage & Distribution
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- Pierre Bénard, Hydrogen Research Institute
- Nirmal Gnanapragasam, CH2SC
- Stuart Hawksworth, HSE UK
2:15 PM – H₂ Safety Devices
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- Nirmal Gnanapragasam, CH2SC
- Zekai Hong, NRC
3:00 PM – Coffee Break
3:30 PM – H2 codes & standards; H2 health and safety training
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- Melanie Pinatton, CSA Group
- Raphaël Gervais Lavoie, Hydrogen Research Institute
- Olumoye Ajao, NRCan Canada C&S roadmap
16 h 15 – Safety of H₂ Use in Transportation
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- Mathieu Baudy, Hydrogen Research Institute - Alstom train Project
- Catherine Gosselin, Harnois Énergies inc.
- Clément Villemont, Innovation zone VTÉ
17h00 – Cocktail sponsored by RQEI
Who should attend?
- Researchers & students in hydrogen/energy fields
- Industry professionals in production, transport & infrastructure
- Policymakers & safety regulators
- Anyone interested in hydrogen innovation & safety
Key takeaways
- Insights from international hydrogen safety experts
- Real-world case studies and projects
- Networking opportunities with academia & industry
Free registration – Limited seats available
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Contact info : BIRH@uqtr.ca