EDF Renewables UK and its subsidiary Hynamics have advanced to the final stages of the government’s Net Zero Hydrogen Fund for their Tees Green Hydrogen initiative.
This innovative project aims to produce green hydrogen through electrolysis, utilizing locally generated wind and solar energy to drive the hydrogen production process. The approval signifies a crucial step toward achieving the UK Government’s ambitious decarbonization strategy.
The Net Zero Hydrogen Fund, a £240 million initiative managed by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, has been established to propel the commercial deployment of hydrogen production projects throughout the UK. As the government focuses on realizing its broader decarbonization vision, the fund supports projects that contribute to the transition to a sustainable and cleaner energy landscape.
The Tees Green Hydrogen project proposes a groundbreaking approach to green hydrogen production. By harnessing electricity from EDF Renewables UK’s portfolio and the forthcoming Tees Solar farm project, the project plans to power the electrolysis process required for green hydrogen production. This innovative synergy of wind and solar energy ensures a robust and eco-friendly hydrogen production cycle.
Tees Green Hydrogen is not merely an energy project; it’s a solution aimed at local decarbonization and industrial pollution reduction. By supplying green hydrogen to local industries and transportation networks, the project aligns with global efforts to achieve a substantial decrease in carbon emissions. The project’s focus on sustainability ensures its contribution to the region’s long-term ecological and economic viability.
The approval paves the way for the next phase of the project. EDF Renewables UK will now enter negotiations with the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero to commence Phase 1 of the Tees Green Hydrogen project. The initial stage will involve an electrolyser with a capacity of 7.5MW, demonstrating the project’s potential to make an immediate impact on the hydrogen landscape. Moreover, its scalability aligns with the evolving needs of a world transitioning to hydrogen-based technologies.
Tristan Zipfel, Director of Strategy and Analysis at EDF Renewables UK, emphasizes the pioneering nature of the project, utilizing locally produced renewable energy to create green hydrogen that benefits local industries.
Pierre de Raphelis-Soissan, Business Development Director at Hynamics, underscores the project’s potential to drive decarbonization in the North East of England and adapt to the changing industrial landscape.
