The engagement between Sol Plaatje University (SPU) and the Kingdom of the Netherlands is a crucial step in advancing green hydrogen skills development in the Northern Cape.
As the Province positions itself as a key player in the global green hydrogen economy, partnerships like these will be instrumental in ensuring that local talent is equipped with the necessary expertise to drive this industry forward.
By fostering international collaboration in curricula and skills development, Sol Plaatje University is laying the foundation for a skilled workforce that can support sustainable energy growth while unlocking economic opportunities for the Northern Cape.
Scaling up skills development in green hydrogen is not just an academic exercise – it is an economic and climate imperative.
The Northern Cape, with its vast renewable energy potential, is poised to become a leader in this space, but success depends on investment in human capital.
This dialogue between SPU and Dutch stakeholders is a promising signal* that the Northern Cape is serious about building a green hydrogen economy that is both globally competitive and locally inclusive.
Sol Plaatje University
www.spu.ac.za
