A collaborative research effort between Loughborough University in the United Kingdom and universities in Africa, namely the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa and The Technical University of Kenya, has been initiated to delve into the mechanisms of temperature-sensitive catalysts for green hydrogen production. The project, funded with £407,805 by the UKRI Science and Technology Facilities Council, will span two years and focus on investigating the temperature sensitivity of alkaline water electrolyser catalysts. By understanding these key mechanisms, the research aims to pave the way for a quicker ramp-up of alkaline water electrolysis at higher temperatures, crucial for efficient integration with renewable energy sources. Led by Dr. Dowon Bae’s CREST EECS Lab team, the consortium seeks to identify non-noble catalyst combinations that can enhance water oxidation and hydrogen production under elevated temperature conditions, particularly beneficial for the operating environments of many South African countries. The project, supported under The Africa UK Physics Partnership Programme, aligns with the goal of accelerating green hydrogen production for sustainable energy practices. For more detailed information, interested individuals can visit the Wolfson School’s research and innovation page.