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New episode: Scaling DeepTech From Lab to Product

Hydrogen consulting — Hydrogen isn't a trend.
It's engineering.

Chade Hydrogen turns 17 years of hydrogen experience — including over 10 years in product development — into decisions that work, from strategy to deployment.

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Value proposition

From hydrogen science to profitable industry

I help organisations bridge the gap between academic research and industrial execution by transforming innovative technologies into scalable business operations. My focus is on supporting universities, startups and growing companies in building the strategic, organisational and operational foundations required for sustainable growth — particularly within hydrogen and deep-tech environments.

For demanding projects, I am available to work on-site at the client's location — ensuring the best possible implementation through direct presence and hands-on collaboration.

Dedicated engagement tracks

Tailored solutions for your role in the hydrogen ecosystem

01

For Universities

Helping research teams translate scientific results into investor-ready spin-outs and market-bound ventures.

  • Market validation and commercial potential assessment of the technology
  • Business model design and go-to-market strategy
  • Investor readiness preparation and complete investment package
  • Pilot project identification and industrial partner matchmaking
02

For Startups

An operational partner for scaling hydrogen ventures — from product strategy to team build-up and securing non-dilutive public funding.

  • Product strategy, technology roadmap and commercialisation plan
  • R&D team structuring and recruitment process support
  • National and EU grant acquisition and consortium building
  • Funding round preparation and engagement with strategic investors
03

For Investors

Independent technical and strategic analysis of hydrogen opportunities — from university technology scouting to deep-tech due diligence.

  • Scouting of promising university technologies and emerging startups
  • Technical due diligence on electrolysers, fuel cells, hydrogen technologies and deep tech
  • Market intelligence: trends, scientific breakthroughs and competitive landscape
  • Portfolio matchmaking with industrial partners and end-users
Core areas of expertise

Five pillars of support

Comprehensive advisory across strategy, organisation, engineering and funding.

01

Business strategy & growth planning

Business model selection aligned with budget, timeline and operational constraints. Risk identification and mitigation. Market entry considerations across geographical and regulatory environments. Strategic planning for technology commercialisation and scale-up.

02

Organisational development & team structuring

Aligning organisational structure with company strategy and growth objectives. Defining roles, responsibilities and reporting structures. Workforce planning during scale-up. Building cross-functional collaboration between technical and business units.

03

Engineering & technology integration

Translating complex technical concepts into operational and strategic business language. Technical onboarding, training and capability development. Aligning individual strengths with organisational needs. Supporting engineering teams through growth and transformation.

04

Leadership mentorship & talent development

Mentorship and operational support for managers and team leaders. Team management and leadership development. Recruitment strategy and talent acquisition. Identification of organisational knowledge gaps and capability risks.

05

Funding strategy & grant support

Identification of national and international funding opportunities. Guidance on public funding programmes, grants and innovation instruments. Support in securing capital for innovation and growth.

Daniel Chade
Founder
Daniel Chade, PhD
About the founder

Daniel Chade

PhD · Engineer · Hydrogen & Deep-Tech Commercialisation Advisor · Mentor & Team Builder

PhD in Engineering, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow. MSc in Electrical Engineering, Warsaw University of Technology, and MSc in Renewable Energy, University of Iceland.

17 years of hydrogen experience — including 10+ years developing hydrogen products across startups (Elcogen Oy, Kerionics S.L., HydrogenTech Sp. z o.o.) and large organisations such as Polska Grupa Energetyczna PGE S.A. Core expertise: Solid Oxide Fuel Cells and Electrolysers (SOC).

Author of peer-reviewed publications in the International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, Renewable Energy and the Electrochemical Society Journal. Advisor to the European Commission on hydrogen technologies.

17+
Years in hydrogen
5
Countries
10+
Publications
Case studies

Proven results in hydrogen technologies

Selected engagements demonstrating measurable technology progress, team build-up and secured public funding — from laboratory concept to validation in an industrial environment. Client and organisation names have been anonymised to protect confidentiality.

CASE 01TRL 3 → 5
Anonymised

MW-scale electrolyser system development

Project aim

Development of a megawatt-scale electrolyser system.

Starting point

Initial technology proof of concept validated at laboratory scale (TRL 3).

Outcomes achieved
  • Defined a strategic development roadmap covering technology targets, recruitment plan and budget
  • Built a complete R&D organisation of 4 departments and ~25 specialists
  • Designed, manufactured and validated market product prototypes
  • Secured public funding in excess of €6M from national and international programmes
Timeframe: 1 year 3 months
CASE 02TRL 3 → 6
Anonymised

kW-scale mCHP system with novel technology validation

Project aim

Development of a kilowatt-scale mCHP system combined with validation of a new technology concept.

Starting point

Initial technology proof of concept validated at laboratory scale (TRL 3).

Outcomes achieved
  • Built and tested a 1 kW mCHP prototype in a relevant industrial environment
  • Validated a new, innovative technology concept and benchmarked it through a structured SWOT analysis against alternative approaches
  • Secured public funding in excess of €3M
Timeframe: 3 years
CASE 03TRL 4 → 7
Anonymised

Multi-kW commercial fuel cell / electrolyser stack

Project aim

Development of a multi-kilowatt commercial fuel cell / electrolyser stack.

Starting point

Initial technology prototypes tested at laboratory scale (TRL 4).

Outcomes achieved
  • Delivered a full commercial product, scaling electrolyser power from ~250 W to ~12 kW
  • Tested and validated the technology across diverse operating regimes: variable load, on/off cycling, long-term degradation over 10,000 h, and multiple fuel mixtures
  • Completed a mass-manufacturing feasibility study and launched the industrialisation project
Timeframe: 4 years
Podcast

Chade Hydrogen — The Hydrogen Podcast

Hydrogen is a complex field, and the answers stakeholders need are rarely straightforward. Each episode tackles the questions hydrogen market players face daily — and presents the answers in a form that is clear, structured and genuinely useful.

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Episode 1

Electrolyser — the battle for green hydrogen

The first episode of the Chade Hydrogen podcast. We review the electrolyser technologies available on the market and ask the question the whole industry is trying to answer: Which one is the best?

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Episode 2

Where hydrogen makes business sense

The second episode of the Chade Hydrogen podcast. Four applications — industry, heavy transport, long-duration storage, and buildings & cars — and an honest answer to where the economics of hydrogen really stack up, and where cheaper alternatives already win.

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Episode 3

Scaling DeepTech From Lab to Product

The third episode of the Chade Hydrogen podcast. Why brilliant technologies die between lab and market — and the organisational, capital, and governance decisions that carry a deep-tech venture from first idea to full-scale production.

Video

Talks & video features

Selected talks and conversations featuring Daniel Chade.

01

Academy of Responsible Development — Mini Lectures

A conversation on hydrogen technologies and their role in the energy transition.

Watch on YouTube — views
02

Vanguard Initiative Regional Conference — Krakow

Regional conference 'Hydrogen as the new fuel of growth'. Talk starts at 4:07:40.

Watch on YouTube — views
References

Words from former collaborators

Selected words from people I have worked with on hydrogen engagements. Individual names and organisations have been anonymised to protect privacy and confidentiality.

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"Thank you for building a great team and teaching us so much about electrolysis and fuel cells. Wishing you all the best in your future endeavours."
Anonymised
Engineering Simulation Specialist
Hydrogen electrolyser company
02
"I really appreciated working with you and all the mentorship that you provided me."
Anonymised
Stack Manager
Hydrogen electrolyser company
03
"It was an honour working with you. Good luck, and I wish you all the best."
Anonymised
R&D Project Manager
Hydrogen electrolyser company
04
"Daniel has been working with a very wide range of tasks and activities during his employment period and has shown excellent adaptability in a start-up environment."
Anonymised
Technology Director
Hydrogen electrolyser company

Got a hydrogen project?

Book a complimentary consultation now.

Every engagement is scoped to fit your resources and timeline.

01
During the meeting (45–60 min)
  • Brief introduction and shared understanding of your project context
  • Joint review of your technological and commercial objectives
  • Identification of core challenges and key risk areas
  • Initial direction on potential solutions and engagement paths
02
After the meeting (within one week)
  • Written summary of findings and key takeaways
  • Structured solution proposal with a defined scope of work
  • Recommended next steps, timeline and collaboration model
  • Indicative effort estimate and expected deliverables
daniel@chadehydrogen.com