Fresh R&D breakthroughs could reshape hydrogen production
If the latest university hydrogen research and development breakthroughs prove commercial, they may radically impact the way the gas is produced industrially.
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EET Fuels to become first supplier of hydrogen-generated power to UK grid
In a milestone for the nascent UK hydrogen industry, EET Fuels (formerly Essar Oil UK) has confirmed that it will be the first commercial supplier of hydrogen-generated, low-carbon power to the UK grid from its Stanlow Manufacturing Complex at Ellesmere Port, Cheshire.
Octopus Energy backs INTOG offshore wind developer
Octopus Energy funds have taken a 40% stake in Simply Blue, a joint venture partner in an experimental floating wind farm off the coast of Aberdeenshire.
Forth Green Freeport ‘open for business’ targeting green jobs growth
The consortium behind the Forth Green Freeport (FGF) say it is "open for business" following approval from the Scottish and UK governments today.
Glastonbury site hosts ‘world-first’ clean hydrogen production
In a small step toward realising the decarbonising potential of hydrogen, developer Hexla and British climate tech firm Levidian have announced a world-first example of carbon-negative hydrogen production at Worthy Farm in Somerset – home to the world-famous Glastonbury Festival.
Norwegian gas giant Equinor to invest in German hydrogen startup
Norway’s Equinor ASA (NYSE:EQNR) is in advanced talks to become a key investor in German hydrogen startup HH2E AG in an effort to diversify its energy production, according to people familiar with the matter.
Humber Hydrogen Hub partners launch projects in UK Parliament
Equinor, Centrica and SSE Thermal have launched a collection of low-carbon hydrogen projects planned for the Yorkshire and Humber region in northeast England.
Further doubts on hydrogen home heating as town pilot delayed
The UK government has decided not to progress work on a hydrogen heating town pilot scheme until after 2026, after a village trial in Redcar was scrapped in December.
On-site hydrogen generation – bridging the uptake gap
The UK’s decarbonisation goals are undoubtedly ambitious and will require a comprehensive, multi-faceted strategy if the country is to meet its net zero obligations.
Genesis Energies back in Aberdeen city centre with ambitions for growth
Genesis is targeting new clients and further growth in carbon capture, hydrogen, and asset decarbonisation as it returns to the 'heart' of Aberdeen.
Time to convert green hydrogen ambition into faster, tangible action
The European Union continues to race towards a sustainable future, competing most closely against North America and Asia to become the world's first climate-neutral continent by 2050.
Equinor and SSE plan for dual gas and hydrogen plant in UK
SSE Plc and Equinor ASA are consulting on plans for a major hydrogen plant in the north of England that could be operational by 2030.
Vattenfall scraps Aberdeen hydrogen project in blow to city’s clean energy plans
HT1 had been hoped to supply hydrogen to Aberdeen vehicles "for at least 10 years".
Amazon-backed hydrogen firm raises €500 million to ramp up
Dresden-based Sunfire manufactures two kinds of hydrogen electrolysers.
North Sea firms keenly await Spring Budget clarity on windfall tax
Reports suggest Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is planning to extend the windfall tax on North Sea oil and gas firms.
EnQuest and Aberdeen BP schemes win share of UK government’s £21m hydrogen pot
Low carbon hydrogen projects from North Sea operators EnQuest and BP are among seven UK projects set to share in £21 million of government support.
SGN to open ‘UK-first’ hydrogen training facility in Fife
Scottish gas network manager SGN and Fife College are to open a “UK-first” hydrogen training facility for engineers in Fife.
Equinor gets planning approval for H2H Saltend hydrogen project
H2H Saltend project aims to "kick-start" decarbonisation initiatives in the surrounding Humber region.
Kistos to buy two UK onshore gas storage sites from EDF Energy
Independent North Sea operator Kistos (AIM:KIST) has agreed to purchase two onshore gas storage sites from EDF Energy for £25 million.
Scottish wind farms set to propel green hydrogen powered aircraft in Aberdeen
ScottishPower and ZeroAvia partnership to explore green hydrogen solutions for airports in Aberdeen and Glasgow.
Dealmakers’ view: What impact will the general election have on UK energy investment?
Upstream oil and gas is the main segment of the UK offshore energy industry likely to be impacted by uncertainty of a general election, top dealmakers have said.
14 North East Scotland energy transition firms share in £2.5m ETZ Challenge Fund grants
The grants ranging from £50,000 to £250,000 will to go businesses and projects located in Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and Moray.
We must look before we leap with hydrogen and transport
Hydrogen can already be a profitable and competitive alternative to petrol and diesel fuels, at least in world energy capital Houston, researchers claim.
ITM Power CEO hits out at ‘morally questionable’ oil and gas lobbying on blue hydrogen
The CEO of ITM Power (LON: ITM) has hit out at “oil and gas lobbyists” blurring the lines between blue and green hydrogen.
UK firm Element completes first phase of £10 million investment in hydrogen test facilities
London-based testing, inspection and certification provider Element Materials Technology has completed the first phase of a £10 million investment into its hydrogen capabilities.