The Mediterranean Green Hydrogen Summer School and Hackathon, hosted at the École Polytechnique de Tunis from 7 to 11 July 2025, is bringing together 28 young talents aged 20 to 30 from across the MENA region and Europe. With participants from Tunisia, Morocco, Algeria, Palestine, Egypt, Germany, and Jordan, this third edition of the GH2 Camp – From Theory to Action is not only a training initiative, but a platform for youth empowerment, climate innovation and regional cooperation.

Organised by the EU-funded MED-GEM Network, in partnership with GIZ Tunisia through the H2Vert.TUN project (commissioned by the BMZ and implemented by the Tunisian Ministry of Industry, Mines and Energy), the event is supported by the National Engineering School of Tunis (ENIT), the Polytechnic School of Tunisia, and with media coverage from EU Neighbours South.

During the first three days of the Camp (July 7th to 9th), participants engaged in an intensive programme of technical lectures, interactive sessions and teamwork, led by experts from the MED-GEM Network and partner institutions. They explored a wide range of topics including hydrogen production technologies and the hydrogen value chain, Power-to-X (PtX) modelling, products and infrastructure, the socio-economic impact of green hydrogen in the region, regulatory frameworks and sustainability, as well as communication and pitching techniques.

Highlights from Days 1 to 3 included an opening ceremony with remarks from Frank Wouters (MED-GEM), Prof. Chiheb Bouden (ENIT), Dorra Chida (GIZ Tunisia), and Dr. Manef Abderrabba (EPT). Participants took a deep dive into Tunisia’s hydrogen roadmap and key challenges, and engaged in a lively debate on “Where and How to Start a PtX Market in the MENA Region.” A hands-on communication coaching session was also held to prepare teams for the upcoming Hackathon.