H2Excellence European Hydrogen Academy
The H2Excellence European Hydrogen Academy (Lisbon, 20–22 May 2026) is a 3-day international programme dedicated to fuel cells and green hydrogen technologies. It is designed for students, VET learners, adult learners, early-career professionals, and educators.
- All Academy costs (venue, coffee-breaks, trainers, technical visits) are already covered by the host institution’s project budget.
- Erasmus+ mobility funding can therefore be used only to support participants’ travel and stay (transport and individual support).
At a Glance
- Eligible Participants: Higher Education students, VET learners, Adult learners, Early-career professionals, Higher Education staff and Staff/trainers.
- Erasmus+ Covers: Travel grant + daily subsistence for all participant categories. Extra support available for participants with fewer opportunities (see below).
- Academy Covers: Almost all local costs (venue, coffee-breaks, trainers, technical visits).
- Evidence of participation: Provided by the Academy (agenda, invitation, attendance list, certificate)
Inclusion / Extra Support
Under Erasmus+, participants with fewer opportunities may receive additional financial or logistical support. This applies to all categories - learners, students, early-career professionals, and staff.
To access this support:
- The sending organisation must request it in their Erasmus+ application.
- The need must be justified and documented in line with National Agency rules and the Erasmus+ Programme Guide.
- The Academy will provide standard supporting documents:
- Programme
- Invitation letter
- Attendance list
- Certificate of attendance
These materials help sending organisations demonstrate participation and eligibility for inclusion support.
Funding Table by Participant Category
Extra support for participants with fewer opportunities — see Inclusion / Extra Support.
Note: KA121/KA122 apply to VET, School, and Adult Education sectors only. Higher Education mobility requires ECHE accreditation. Final eligibility and funding decisions rest with each sending institution and National Agency.
(Source: Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2025; Erasmus Charter for Higher Education - European Commission)
1 VET - Vocational Education and Training
2 NGO – Non-Governmental Organisation
The Academy’s Role in Applying for Erasmus+ Mobility Support
The H2Excellence Academy serves as a Host and Facilitator for training activities under Erasmus+ mobility projects.
It does not manage or distribute Erasmus+ funds but provides all necessary documents for participants and their institutions.
The Academy will issue:
- The Academy Info Pack (programme, learning outcomes, invitation letter)
- Participation certificates and attendance lists
- A day-by-day training programme suitable for inclusion in a Staff Mobility Agreement - Training
Participants and their institutions use these materials to complete Erasmus+ applications and justify mobility funding.
Useful Erasmus+ links
ECHE holders - list of Higher Education Institutions (2021–2027). Use this official list to confirm whether a university holds an Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE), required for Higher Education mobility (ECHE/KA1). (Erasmus+ page — last update: 13 Aug 2025). Link: ECHE holders (2021–2027)
Project lists (Erasmus+). Download CSV/Excel project lists and follow links to project detail pages for Erasmus+ projects (useful to check accredited mobility projects and partners). Link: Projects lists
Mobility Agreement - Staff Mobility for Training (KA131–KA171).
Higher education mobility projects (Programme Guide portal).
Note: The Academy provides these links for convenience. Final eligibility decisions are made by the participant’s sending institution and respective National Agency; please check the pages for the most recent updates before applying.
1. Higher Education Students (Bachelor, Master, PhD)
The Academy’s technical programme includes advanced lectures, research-focused sessions, and a MSc/PhD competition, making it relevant for university students and young researchers.
- Funding route: Higher Education institutions participate under the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE). Higher Education students should contact their university’s Erasmus/International Office to confirm whether the Academy can be supported under their ECHE/KA1 arrangements (e.g., KA131 Blended Intensive Programmes or other institutional mobility frameworks). Please note that a pure 3-day physical mobility program may not be accepted by some National Agencies: preparatory or follow-up activities may be required.
- What’s covered: Travel grant + daily subsistence.
Extra support for participants with fewer opportunities - see Inclusion / Extra Support.
⚠️ Important note (read this): Funding eligibility depends on each National Agency’s rules. A pure 3-day physical mobility may be considered too short by some National Agencies; your institution may ask for preparatory online work or a short post-mobility assessment to qualify.
- What to do: Contact your university’s International/Erasmus Office immediately and provide them with the Academy Info Pack.
(Source: Erasmus+ Programme Guide 2025; Erasmus Charter for Higher Education - European Commission)
2. VET Learners and Recent Graduates
The Academy features dedicated sessions on vocational training, skill gaps, and professional profiles in the hydrogen sector.
- Funding route: Via your VET school or training centre.
- - KA 121 (if accredited).
- - KA 122-VET (short-term mobility projects).
- What’s covered: Travel grant + daily subsistence. Extra support for participants with fewer opportunities - see Inclusion / Extra Support.
- What to do: Ask your VET institution’s Erasmus+ coordinator about opportunities to join the Academy. Share the Academy Info Pack with them.
3. Adult Learners (lifelong learning, reskilling, upskilling)
The Academy also welcomes adult learners who are pursuing lifelong training, upskilling, or changing their careers into the green hydrogen sector.
- Funding route: Via your adult education organisation, training centre, or NGO.
- KA 121-ADU (if the organisation holds Erasmus+ adult education accreditation).
- KA 122-ADU (short-term mobility projects for adult learners).
- What’s covered: Travel grant + daily subsistence. Extra support for participants with fewer opportunities - see Inclusion / Extra Support.
- What to do: Contact your adult education provider to ask if they can include your Academy’s participation in an Erasmus+ mobility project and provide them with the Academy Info Pack.
4. Early-Career Professionals
Graduates within the first 12 months of finishing VET or Higher Education studies may still qualify for Erasmus+ support through their former education institution. In some cases, employers active in vocational/adult education projects can also support participation.
- Funding route: Through your former training institution (if within the first 12 months) or your employer (if part of an Erasmus+ VET/adult consortium).
- What’s covered: Travel grant + daily subsistence. Extra support for participants with fewer opportunities - see Inclusion / Extra Support.
- What to do: Contact your former education institution or employer’s training unit.
5. Teachers, Trainers, and Staff
Staff accompanying learners or seeking professional development in hydrogen/energy education can also participate.
- Funding route: Via your school, VET centre, or adult education organisation.
- KA 121 (if accredited).
- KA 122 (short-term staff mobility).
- What’s covered: Travel grant + daily subsistence; support for preparatory visits may also be available. Extra support for participants with fewer opportunities - see Inclusion / Extra Support.
- What to do: Ask your Erasmus+ coordinator to include you in staff mobility programs to attend the Academy.
6. Higher Education Staff — Mobility for Training (KA131 / KA171)
Academic and administrative staff employed by Higher Education Institutions (HEI) holding the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE).
- Funding route:
- KA131 (Programme/associated) for staff training (job-shadowing, observation, structured training courses).
- KA171 for cooperation with non-associated third countries under awarded projects.
- What’s covered: Travel grant + daily subsistence.
Extra support for participants with fewer opportunities - see Inclusion / Extra Support (p. 1).
- What to do: Contact your HEI’s Erasmus+ Office 8–10 weeks before the Academy; share the Info Pack; complete and sign the Mobility Agreement - Training and any internal forms; book travel per HEI rules.
Checklist for All Participants
Before the Academy:
- Confirm Erasmus+ eligibility with your sending institution (2+ months before).
- Ensure your mobility meets minimum duration requirements (e.g., 2 days excl. travel for KA131).
- Verify the activity is training-focused, not conference-only.
- Share the Info Pack with your Erasmus+/HR contact.
- Sign your Learning Agreement (learners) or Staff Mobility Agreement – Training (staff).
- Arrange insurance coverage (travel, health, liability).
During and after:
- Keep all travel documents and receipts.
- Complete your Erasmus+ participant report within 30 days after the event.
- Complete any preparatory or follow-up work required by your institution or National Agency.
Key Reminder
The H2Excellence European Hydrogen Academy welcomes participants from Higher Education, VET, and Adult Education sectors.
Erasmus+ funding is managed exclusively by each sending institution in line with their National Agency’s rules.
Participants should confirm eligibility and apply through their institution’s established Erasmus+ procedures.
Summary Roadmap:
Contact
For documents provided by the Academy (letters, certificates, attendance lists), please contact: h2excellence.academy@lneg.pt
Sources
The information in this Funding Guide is based on official Erasmus+ documentation valid for the year 2025:
Because this guide is published at the end of 2025, please note that rules, funding conditions, or eligible activities may change in future programme years. Final eligibility and funding decisions always rest with each participant’s sending institution and their National Agency.