CSIRO, Australia’s national science agency, has conducted a successful trial of its innovative hydrogen production technology at BlueScope's Port Kembla Steelworks in New South Wales. The trial, which began in October 2024, demonstrated the feasibility of generating affordable and renewable hydrogen at scale to aid in decarbonising heavy industries. The tubular solid oxide electrolysis (SOE) technology developed by CSIRO has achieved 1000 hours of continuous operation during the trial, showcasing its efficiency and durability. Unlike traditional hydrogen electrolysers, this advanced technology leverages waste heat, such as steam from steelmaking processes, in addition to electricity to produce hydrogen more efficiently. Dr. Sarb Giddey, a Senior Principal Research Scientist at CSIRO, highlighted that the technology significantly reduces electricity requirements, making it a potential game-changer for the hydrogen industry. The successful outcome of the pilot project at BlueScope Steelworks has been met with enthusiasm from both CSIRO and BlueScope, with plans for further development and potential commercialization of the technology by Hadean Energy. Hadean Energy, the licensee of CSIRO's SOE technology, is focused on accelerating industrial decarbonisation and has already seen promising results in real-world applications. The next steps involve testing the long-term durability and performance of the technology, with plans to showcase a 5kW demonstration unit as part of the Australia-UK Renewable Hydrogen Innovation Partnerships. This initiative aims to establish Hadean Energy as a key player in the clean hydrogen technology sector, offering a sustainable solution for hard-to-abate industries.