Storegga applies to build Speyside green hydrogen hub
Low-carbon solutions developer Storegga has submitted a planning application for a green hydrogen facility aimed at helping to decarbonise local distilleries.
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BP cancels its first UK green hydrogen project at Teesworks
A major green energy project in Teesside may no longer be going ahead, as BP shifts strategic focus away from investment in renewable projects.
Funding the Hydrogen Production Business Model: Gas Shipper Obligation
Paula Kidd, energy partner at CMS, looks at the Gas Shipper Obligation and hydrogen production funding.
Exposé: Hydrogen boiler trial yet to receive safety approvals amid ‘explosion’ fears
A hydrogen boiler trial in Fife, which is the only ongoing test of its kind, has yet to receive safety approvals months after the associated network was installed.
Wood re-enters takeover talks with Dubai firm Sidara
Aberdeen-headquartered Wood (LON:WG) has confirmed it has received a fresh approach from rival firm Sidara regarding a possible takeover bid.
UK Oil & Gas raises £400,000 for hydrogen storage project
UK Oil & Gas (AIM:UKOG) has raised funds to push the development of its South Dorset hydrogen storage project as it eyes bidding into the UK’s first hydrogen allocation round.
Why sub-surface gas storage will be key to Scotland’s hydrogen ambitions
With green hydrogen a major element in Scotland’s net zero plans, we need to find ways to store it safely and economically, says Martin Wright, founder and executive chairman of Gravitricity.
Wood wins Dutch hydrogen FEED contract
Wood (LON:WG) has received a front-end engineering design (FEED) scope from Vattenfall and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners (CIP) for the Zeevonk hydrogen facility in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.
Why waste water is key to sustainable hydrogen production
As the world transitions to cleaner energy sources, hydrogen is emerging as a cornerstone of the green energy revolution.
Is net zero also a threat to UK democracy?
I’ve said this before and while not a Nobel Prize standard observation, it makes sense that if politicians can’t carry the people with them then they really need a rethink.
Aberdeen’s Three60 Energy expands to Teesside
Aberdeen-headquartered energy services firm Three60 Energy is expanding its UK presence with an office in Teesside.
Green hydrogen subsidies pose substantial political risk
Hydrogen production is critically dependent on the availability of cheap, low-carbon electricity, efficiency gains and demand creation. The UK is targeting up to 10 GW of low-carbon hydrogen capacity by 2030. It will need billions of pounds a year in subsidies. Is the UK prepared to pay the cost?
ITM Power losses narrow as revenue increases
British electrolyser manufacturer ITM Power (LON:ITM) has posted a 74% increase in revenues in its first half results as its losses narrowed.
Starmer to look at report on legality of Drax power station subsidies
The Prime Minister has said he will look at a report which has accused Britain's biggest power station of illegally claiming Government subsidies.
Hydrogen ‘hard to beat’ but UK lacks incentives, says Mission Control boss
Chris Stark said at a Westminster committee hearing this month that the government will explore funding methods used for renewable power to support hydrogen storage.
UKOG to prioritise South Dorset hydrogen storage project
UK Oil & Gas (AIM:UKOG) has announced it will prioritise progressing its South Dorset hydrogen storage project over its original proposal on the Isle of Portland.
Quinbrook invests £100m in UK hydrogen refuelling
Global investment manager Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners has invested £100 million of equity into Aegis Energy to fund a roll-out of hydrogen and multi-fuel refuelling infrastructure for fleets in the UK.
‘There is no ban, and we do have a plan’, Sarwar tells North Sea critics
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar defended his party’s energy policies and denied there has been a “ban” on new exploration licences in the North Sea.
Ceres first fuel cell company to dip its toes in FTSE250 – Rags to Riches
A fuel cell company from West Sussex now trades on the main market of the London Stock Exchange and has its sights set abroad, according to its CEO Phil Caldwell.
What would zonal electricity pricing mean for Scotland?
The UK government expects to make a decision on the introduction of zonal pricing by mid-2025, but what would it mean for Scotland if the plans go ahead?
John Swinney says budget will ‘maximise’ Scotland’s potential as energy leader
The First Minister has said the proposed Budget will "maximise our potential as an energy leader" in green power and net zero.
Future Grangemouth opportunities ‘very exciting’, Scottish energy minister says
But Scottish acting cabinet secretary for net zero and energy Gillian Martin said future opportunities at Grangemouth, including hydrogen, would be more commercially viable if the Acorn carbon capture project received UK government funding.
Penspen to deliver major European hydrogen project from Aberdeen office
UK-headquartered energy consultancy Penspen has secured a contract to assess the feasibility of introducing hydrogen blending on a major European gas pipeline.
Teesside freeport records slump in profit a year after government probe
Teesworks Ltd, the UK’s largest freeport and a major low-carbon industrial regeneration site in the North of England, has posted a slump in revenue and profits, one year after a government probe into its sale to private owners.
UK firm ITM Power sells three 5 MW electrolysers in Germany
UK electrolyser manufacturer ITM Power (LON:ITM) has signed a contract to supply three 5 MW Neptune V electrolyser units to a company in Germany.