CNH2 welcomes fifteen young researchers and technicians under the INVESTIGO Programme

The Spanish National Hydrogen Centre (CNH2) has welcomed fifteen young researchers and technical staff, recruited through funding awarded under the Investigo Programme, co-funded by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+) and launched by the Regional Government of Castilla-La Mancha.

With these appointments, CNH2 strengthens its workforce to advance research and innovation projects in key strategic areas, with a dual aim: to accelerate the energy transition and to foster the retention of young talent in the region.

The new professionals are joining a wide range of units and laboratories, including: LOHC, Alkaline Electrolysis, Bioenergy, PEM (electrolysis and fuel cells), Materials Characterisation, Solid Oxide, Simulation and End Uses, Consultancy and Training, Engineering, Occupational Risk Prevention, and Projects and Programmes.

The grant awarded amounts to €479,971.24, earmarked to finance the recruitment of this young and multidisciplinary team. The Investigo Programme, ruled by Decree 32/2025, is designed to improve access to employment for people aged 16 to 29, promoting job opportunities linked to R&D&I within innovative institutions and companies.

Through this initiative, CNH2 reaffirms its commitment to innovation and to the consolidation of the regional scientific and technological ecosystem, strengthening its position as a national benchmark in hydrogen technologies.