Penspen has been awarded a critical research project designed to look into how hydrogen can support the transition of the UK’s industrial clusters. Hydrogen Transition Pathways for Industrial Clusters is a research and decision-support project for the Future Energy Networks (FEN), Energy Innovation Centre, Northern Gas Networks (NGN), and Xoserve. FEN’s current members include National Gas and the four Gas Distribution Networks: Cadent, NGN, SGN and Wales & West Utilities.
Experts from Penspen’s asset integrity and engineering teams in the UK will carry out a comprehensive study to help determine where, how and under what conditions hydrogen should support the transition of industrial clusters and surrounding communities, alongside credible alternative pathways. The assessment will align with major UK industrial clusters including Teesside, Humber, Merseyside, North Wales, South Wales, Grangemouth and Southampton.
“As industries seek to decarbonise at pace, hydrogen offers a compelling pathway. This study represents a significant opportunity to unlock hydrogen’s potential as a cornerstone of low-carbon industrial clusters”
“We’re proud to support this important project, bringing our deep expertise in energy transition and critical infrastructure systems. We understand both the technical complexities and the commercial realities of integrating hydrogen, enabling us to deliver strategic guidance and technical insights that accelerate decarbonisation.” Chris Wood, Director – Asset Integrity (Europe) at Penspen
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