H2SCORE is a Horizon Europe project focused on integrating hydrogen into Renewable Energy Communities (RECs), transforming them into flexible, multi-vector energy systems. By combining renewable generation with hydrogen production and storage, the project aims to expand the operational capabilities of local energy communities beyond traditional electricity sharing models.
EU contribution € 4 999 895,04
Why it matters
Energy communities are growing across Europe, but their current structure often lacks flexibility. Intermittent renewable generation, limited storage options, and increasing pressure on local grids make it difficult to fully unlock their potential. Hydrogen introduces a new layer of flexibility, enabling energy to be stored over longer periods, redistributed across sectors, and used when and where it is most needed.
What the project does
H2SCORE develops and validates a “hydrogen-ready” Renewable Energy Community model. Through real-world demonstration, the project integrates hydrogen production (via electrolysis), storage, and use within a local energy system. It connects different energy vectors—electricity, heat, and mobility—while testing operational strategies, governance models, and economic feasibility in real conditions.
Expected impact
The project will demonstrate how hydrogen can enhance the performance and resilience of energy communities. Expected outcomes include improved energy balancing, increased self-consumption rates, reduced grid dependency, and new business models for local stakeholders. H2SCORE also aims to provide a replicable framework for hydrogen integration in energy communities across Europe.
Engreen’s role
Engreen acts as the coordinator of the Italian demonstration site, leading on-the-ground implementation and local stakeholder engagement. The company is responsible for aligning technical development with real territorial needs, facilitating the interaction between technology providers, institutions, and community members. Engreen also contributes to the replication strategy, ensuring that the model can be adapted and scaled in other contexts.
Consortium
Coordinator
- Politecnico di Torino
Partners
- Bluenergy Revolution Scarl
- Parco Scientifico Tecnologico per l’Ambiente Environment Park Torino S.p.A.
- Engreen Srl
- Comune di Quarona
- Teknologian Tutkimuskeskus VTT Oy
- H2B2 Electrolysis Technologies S.L.
- Technologies Vio – Energeias Idiotiki Kefalaiouchiki Etaireia
- PowerCell Sweden AB
- Zeppelin Power Systems GmbH
- Fundación Cartif
- Universidad de Burgos
- Yukon University
- Azienda Elettrica di Massagno (AEM) SA
- Norges Teknisk-Naturvitenskapelige Universitet (NTNU)
Target countries
Italy hosts the main demonstration site, with replication potential across multiple European countries.
Official website: https://h2score.eu/
