About HYDROSENS

Here you will get to know our project better.

WHAT IS HYDROSENS

Everything You Want to Know

HYDROSENS is an international research consortium combining expertise in polymer materials, optoelectronics, sensor chemistry, and gas technologies.
Our goal is to develop low-temperature hydrogen sensors based on polycarbazole and its derivatives, capable of operating in industrial environments and hydrogen-containing gas mixtures.

We collaborate with leading energy and gas industry partners, including PGNiG and ORLEN, enabling rapid deployment of the technology in real-world distribution and transmission networks.
The use of conductive polymers reduces sensor energy consumption, lowers production costs, and increases safety — supporting the Green Deal and the development of the hydrogen economy.

Solutions

Hydrogen Sensors – Key Features:

  • Detection of hydrogen in gas mixtures (e.g., natural gas) — industrial applications.
  • Room-temperature operation — significantly reducing energy consumption and costs.
  • Use of polymer materials (polycarbazole and derivatives) as active sensor layers.
  • Applications in energy sector, gas networks, and hydrogen-powered installations — improving safety and system reliability.

Why It Matters

Hydrogen is a key component of Europe’s energy transition.
At the same time, it is highly flammable and explosive, making rapid and reliable detection essential in industrial settings.
Our sensors enable early response when hydrogen concentrations in gas networks or industrial installations reach critical levels, protecting people, the environment, and infrastructure.

Partners

HYDROSENS collaborates with leading industrial and research partners:

  • PGNiG – strategic partner for sensor applications in gas networks.
  • ORLEN – industrial partner for sensor deployment in the energy and fuel sector.
  • International research institutions (Spain, Sweden) as part of the consortium.

Project Timeline

The project runs from 2022–2025, funded under the M‑ERA.NET3 program.
Project stages:

  1. Development of polymer materials
  2. Construction of prototype sensors
  3. Laboratory testing
  4. Integration and preparation for industrial deployment

The goal is to achieve Technology Readiness Level TRL‑7, meaning fully integrated sensors ready for industrial use.

Contact

Interested in collaborating or implementing our hydrogen sensors? Contact us to learn more about cooperation and partnership opportunities within HYDROSENS.