Students from Universities in 5 Different Countries Tackle 5 Energy Challenges


The International Community Energy Challenge is a Hydrogen Learning Network Initiative. The objective is to immerse students in both the culture and community of the Faroe Islands while they tackle a real and current energy project for a local business or organization. Students from Universities in Orkney, Iceland, Canada, Norway and the Faroe Islands have come together to work on energy solutions for clients in the Faroes. Student teams will research, develop and propose solutions for community clients. 


Students will post blog reflections each day. You can follow the program on Twitter and Instagram at: @HLNenergy and on Facebook at: @FOEnergyChallenge

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