PtX.e-Academy
To provide anyone interested in Power-to-X a starting point for learning on the topic, this collection of e-learning resources paves the way to learn about PtX self-paced and flexibly.
This page contains links to external learning resources on Power-to-X. The opinions and recommendations expressed do not necessarily reflect the positions of the commissioning institutions or the implementing agency of the PtX Hub.
PtX Hub Web-based Training
Currently, a Web-based edition of our Basic Training is under development. lt will be launched on the learning platform atingi by the beginning of 2024. Are you interested in testing the beta version of the Web-based Training? Reach out to trainings@ptx-hub.org to receive the link and test it on atingi.
e-learning on Power-to-X by WWF
The PtX Hub contributed to the development of an e-learning course on Power-to-X by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The course was financed in the scope of the Kopernikus projects by the Federal Ministry of Education and Research. The course is available in English and German.
Online Content for Self-paced Learning
As a knowledge platform, the PtX.Academy offers a curated selection of videos and other learning resources recommended to dive into! Know other insightful content? Let us know!
For studies, tools, event recordings, videos, and graphics by the International PtX Hub, check out our Knowledge Base.
Basics on Power-to-X
Basic processes of PtX stressing the importance of sustainability criteria for a just transition.
- Format: Animated Video
- Duration: 4:00 min
- Author: International PtX Hub
- Date of publication: 2021
Dynamic explanation naming relevant keywords and possible products of PtX. More on PtG, PtH and PtL on the YouTube channel.
- Format: Animated Video
- Duration: 0:46 min
- Author: Schneider GmbH
- Date of publication: 2022
The PtX Hub explains: What is the role of Power-to-X and green hydrogen to reach climate neutrality by 2050? What can first countries do now to participate in the market ramp up?
- Format: Video
- Duration: 3:35 min
- Author: International PtX Hub
- Date of publication: 2023
Deep Dive: Sustainability
Science journalist Carolin Riethmüller interviews Jaime Benavides, Lutfi Al-Sharif, and Nangula Uaandja on the prospects for promoting a sustainable and just hydrogen and Power-to-X economy in Colombia, Jordan, and Namibia.
- Format: Video
- Duration: 10 min
- Author: PtX Hub
- Date of publication: 2023
Sustainability Expert Heino von Meyer outlines the EESG framework for a sustainable PtX ramp up. The video is part of a comprehensive E-learning course by WWF linked above.
- Format: Video
- Duration: 9 min
- Author: WWF
- Date of publication: 2022
GIZ Podcast Episode with experts from GIZ South Africa and the German Institute of Development and Sustainability.
- Format: Podcast
- Duration: 50 min
- Author: GIZ GmbH
- Date of publication: 2022
Podcast with Senior Consultant Dr. Oldenburg from Apricum on Levelized Cost of Hydrogen, electrolysers market analysis and prospectives.
- Format: Podcast
- Duration: 22 min
- Author: The Smarter EPodcast GmbH
- Date of publication: 2022
Deep Dive: Aviation
Get to know how PtX Hub partner project ProQR promotes the concept of PtL for remote airport to defossilise transport in Brazil. Dive Deep on their YouTubeChannel.
- Format: Video
- Duration: 4:45 min
- Author: GIZ Brazil/ProQR
- Date of publication: 2022
11 mini classes by GIZ project ProQR with the German Aerospace Center (DLR) which previews the extensive teaching material “Alternative Fuels for Aviation in Brazil”.
- Format: Videos
- Duration: 3,5 hours
- Author: ProQR / DLR
- Date of publication: 2021
Ongoing webinar series with comprehensive training content on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), including SAF-related topics from sustainability to policy, economics and financing, certification, and logistics. ICAO holds the sessions on a monthly basis.
- Format: Webinar recordings
- Duration: 12 hours + monthly additions
- Author: International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
- Date of publication: 2022-ongoing
Video series of recorded presentations about CORSIA. The package is a guide to the design and implementation of the scheme. It is aimed at an audience interested in CORSIA but not fully familiar with the design and implementation features of the scheme.
- Format: Videos
- Duration: 65 min
- Author: International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)
- Date of publication: 2023
Deep Dive: Shipping
Training material which explores various alternative fuels and energy carriers for the maritime sector, including those that are commercially available as well as currently under development.
- Format: Work package
- Duration: Up to 3,5 hours
- Author: International Maritime Organization (IMO)
- Date of publication: 2021
Interview with Bryan Comer, Marine Programme Lead at The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), on shipping industry’s decarbonisation goals, the policy changes needed, and the future of sustainable shipping.
- Format: Video
- Duration: 3 min
- Author: Climate Now
- Date of publication: 2022
Maria Gallucci, climate journalist speaks with Climate Now about why it is so hard to decarbonise the shipping sector, and the diversity of approaches that are being explored, with a focus on ammonia and wind-powered propulsion.
- Format: Podcast
- Duration: 31:26
- Author: Climate Now
- Date of publication: 2022
Further Deep Dives
Boot Camp Lecture by PhD student from Humboldt University on PtX with special focus on Direct Air Capture (DAC).
- Format: Video Lecture
- Duration: 47 min
- Author: Jonas Geisler at ChaosCommunicationCamp
- Date of publication: 2019
The film presents the case of Namibia and its potentials to invest in green hydrogen and PtX for sustainable development.
- Format: Video Report
- Duration: 13 min
- Author: Erneuerbare TV GmbH
- Date of publication: 2022
In which transport segments PtX is considered to be a valuable option – aviation, shipping, cars? Click and learn! The video is part of a comprehensive E-learning course by WWF linked above.
- Format: Video
- Duration: 5:30 min
- Author: WWF
- Date of publication: 2022
The energy intensive steel sector is a hard to abate industry to defossilise. PtX can help to pave the way. The video is part of a comprehensive E-learning course by WWF linked above.
- Format: Video
- Duration: 4 min
- Author: WWF
- Date of publication: 2022
PtX technologies can provide non fossil, climate neutral inputs to the chemical industry. The video is part of a comprehensive E-learning course by WWF linked above.
- Format: Video
- Duration: 6:40 min
- Author: WWF
- Date of publication: 2022
Listen to an executive introduction on PtX by Trainer Prof. Christoph Menke. Sonia Rueda from the PtX Hub outlines the opportunities for PtX in the chemical sector. The webinar was held in cooperation with International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre (ISC3).
- Format: Video Lecture
- Duration: 120 min
- Author: International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre (ISC3)
- Date of publication: 2023
This web-based training on hydrogen laboratory safety helps the learner understand the hazards of hydrogen and apply best practices for creating and maintaining safe labs and experiments.
- Format: Web-based training
- Duration: 2 hours
- Author: American Institute of Chemical Engineering (AIChE)
Portal with a variety of tools, calculators, best practices on the safety aspects of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies. It targets people working with designing, approving or using hydrogen systems and facilities, as well as those responding to incidents.
- Format: Website
- Duration: n/a
- Author: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Basics on Climate Change and Energy Transition
The GIZ E-learning platform atingi offers several trainings in the field of “Environment & Climate”. Soon, our PtX training will be released here.
- Format: Web Based Trainings
- Author: GIZ GmbH
GIZ partners in India set up this learning platform focusing on the solar industry. Three online courses on Entrepreneurship in Solar Industry, Design Aspects of Solar PV System and Operation & Maintenance are available.
- Format: Web Based Trainings
- Author: GIZ GmbH
- Date of publication: 2022
Comprehensive explanation on sector coupling by Energy Engineer and Science Communication Expert Joul. English and Portuguese Subtitles available.
- Format: Explainer Video
- Duration: 6:40 min
- Author: Joul GmbH
- Date of publication: 2018
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Ruth Barbosa
E-Learning
Ruth Barbosa
E-learning
Based in Frankfurt, Germany
I joined the PtX Hub in September 2022 to support the trainings team. Before, I worked for two and a half years with GIZ Brazil. In the partner project ProQR I got in touch with the exciting topic of Power-to-X and developed academia training measures for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF).
Holding a Master Degree in Educational Leadership from University of Duisburg-Essen, I bring along didactical expertise from the language and vocational training sectors. After living and working in Poland, Italy, Canada and Brazil, I am now based in Frankfurt and excited to continue my professional journey with the PtX Hub trainings.
