By the end of October, researchers hoping to recruit 300 volunteers for a world-first project to use hydrogen to power homes in Fife anticipate having enough participants.

Anyone who joins the H100 initiative will be the first in the world to use hydrogen with no carbon footprint in the kitchen. Free hydrogen-ready boilers and cooking appliances, as well as free maintenance, will be provided to customers in the trial area of Levenmouth for a period of four years.

Although less than one hundred people are thought to be interested so far, at least 270 families are required for it to be viable. At public events in Buckhaven next month, further details will be shared in the hopes that more people will step up to lend a hand.

A financial incentive of about £1,000 will be provided to clients over the period of the experiment in an effort to make up for any inconvenience. There is always the option for a participant to withdraw from the study.

After its announcement in 2020, the £32 million Fife hydrogen project was hailed as groundbreaking for its ability to reduce carbon emissions. Methil’s flagship demonstration facility is set to begin construction in the new year. By April of 2024, we should have enough data to begin the study.

The mission of SGN is to demonstrate that hydrogen can successfully replace natural gas as a low- or no-emissions fuel for home heating and cooking. On October 6 and 7, from 3 to 6 p.m., the Buckhaven community center will be the site of the launch ceremonies.