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but our previous research is about floating solar hydrogen, as we worked in the coastal areas in Bali, Indonesia. Bhutan is very different.

No ocean → Much mountains
Solar → Hydro power from dams
What they have in common is that they want to develop with clean energies

When is it? What are the key dates?
Where is it?
What can we research that would be valuable to both ocean and mountains?

Produce: DIY hydrogen electrolyser from materials we can find locally in Bhutan
Locally-produced catalyst that’s non toxic and abudant
Transport envelopes
Low cost pipeline
A general study of the potential of hydrogen
Testing hydrogen devices, at domestic scale

Transport
Gas burner
Fuel cell

Let’s explore some of these questions 🙂

Key dates

I am teaching until July Thursday 20th. So I cannot participate the Fab Bhutan Challenge this time.

I think the earliest I should aim to land should be July 22th. The conference / festival ends on the 28th. I intend to spend a couple of days with family to explore the country after the conference.

For the Academic conference, these are the key dates:

https://fab23.fabevent.org/programs/conference-and-symposium

March 29: Open Call for applications
April 30: Call for applications ends
TBD Research Paper applications ends
May 1: Early bird ticket season ends
May 31: Full Pass ticket season ends
May 1-15: Selection process of activities
JUNE: Program of activities
June 16: Visa application ends

TYPES OF CONTENT TO PROPOSE

Hands-on Workshop: You will have the opportunity to lead an interactive session where participants can learn by doing. You will be responsible for developing the content and structure of the workshop, and we will provide any necessary materials or equipment for participants. This is a chance to share your knowledge and skills with a diverse community of makers and innovators from around the world. Get ready to inspire and empower others to learn and create!
Theoretical Workshop: As a producer, you have the chance to propose a topic of interest that addresses a challenge faced by the community. Theoretical workshops are designed to encourage participants to share their ideas, experiences, and knowledge, in order to generate new perspectives and innovative solutions. By producing a theoretical workshop, you have the opportunity to create a space for exchanging ideas and connecting with like-minded individuals in the community.
Talk: Have a unique perspective, experience, or knowledge? Share it with the community, and create future connections to explore your chosen topic further. Your proposal should be clear and concise, while explaining the value of your talk to the conference attendees.
Panel: This is a combination of short presentations followed by a moderated discussion and Q&A with the audience. Consider inviting a diverse group of panelists with different backgrounds and perspectives to encourage a lively and thought-provoking conversation. Keep in mind that the panel should be informative, engaging, and offer fresh insights to the community.
Working Groups: Lead a space for projects that involve numerous people within the community—from learning programs under the Academany ecosystem to networks and projects. This is a chance to meet in person and discuss the roadmap for the coming year. The goal of these groups is to encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration and knowledge-sharing among participants with different backgrounds and expertise.

We encourage you to align your proposal with this year's theme: “Designing Resilient Futures.” And consider how your content can address the international and local needs of the Bhutanese community.

Dreaming of Fab23 Bhutan, and what hydrogen project we could do

Key dates

The location

Readiness Renewable Assessment of Bhutan. By IRENA

How electrified is Bhutan in remote areas?

How common are “off the grid” electricity access in Bhutan? Government document

Renewable energy potential of Bhutan?

Options for off-grid electrification in the Kingdom of Bhutan

Where is clean electricity currently produced? Dams.

What we could be working on