The NSW government has unveiled the design of its $25 million Hydrogen Centre of Excellence in Sydney, located in the city's northwest. The training center aims to educate thousands of apprentices and upskill tradies in the burgeoning hydrogen industry by the end of the decade. Premier Chris Minns and Energy Minister Penny Sharpe emphasized the importance of hydrogen in NSW's future energy landscape, mentioning investments in hydrogen hubs across the state and incentives to reduce prices for collaboration with manufacturing industries. The center, a pre-election commitment from Labor, will focus on training workers in installing and maintaining hydrogen gas networks, contributing to the transition to renewable energy. Skills Minister Steve Whan highlighted the urgency in training workers for the evolving energy market, with plans to train around 8000 apprentices before 2030. The initiative also addresses skilled labor shortages, as indicated in a recent report, and the need to prioritize training for local workers due to reduced immigration. The government's push to educate locals for emerging industries reflects a broader strategy to meet the demand for skilled labor in the energy sector.