Andy Lord: “I'm doing it because changing the energy that we use will be a chapter in history.” - Pioneering Change and Bridging the Hydrogen Skills Gap | Season 1, Episode 8

In this final episode of the first season of The Challenge With Green Energy?, our host Lizzie Simon welcomes Andy Lord, the visionary Founder and CEO of Hydrogen Safe. As we wrap up our inaugural season, Andy provides an insider's view into the hydrogen sector’s rapid evolution and the crucial need to address the skills gap in this burgeoning industry.

 

Andy Lord pulls back the curtain on the challenges facing the hydrogen sector, from infrastructure hurdles and funding constraints to political uncertainties. But it's not just about overcoming obstacles - Andy passionately highlights how Hydrogen Safe is pioneering new opportunities for young people and local communities, transforming potential into tangible results and connecting the supply of motivated talent to the industry's needs.

 

Dive into a conversation that explores the industry's image problem and the urgent need for a more informed public perspective. Andy underscores the importance of rethinking talent attraction and education, from revamping job titles to encouraging underrepresented groups to enter STEM fields. This episode is a powerful call to embrace innovation and drive progress in the hydrogen sector.

 

Don’t miss this insightful discussion on how we can collectively overcome challenges and drive the hydrogen industry towards a sustainable future.

 

To learn more about Hydrogen Safe and how we connect the supply between businesses, educators and the future workforce, head over to our website: hydrogensafe.org