H2 Teesside Project: UK's Largest Blue Hydrogen Facility Development Application
Key Ideas
- H2 Teesside Limited submitted a DCO Application for the H2Teesside Project, which aims to be one of the UK's largest blue hydrogen production facilities.
- The Proposed Development includes a hydrogen production facility with a capacity of 1.2 GW thermal, contributing to the UK Government's hydrogen production target by 2030.
- The project involves carbon capture and compression facilities, land acquisition, natural gas and electrical connections, and wastewater disposal works.
- Changes to the Application include amendments to construction approach, reductions in Order Limits, and the provision of additional land for re-using an existing natural gas pipeline.
H2 Teesside Limited, based in Middlesex, submitted a Development Consent Order (DCO) Application for the H2Teesside Project to the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero. The project aims to establish one of the UK's largest blue hydrogen production facilities with a capacity of 1.2 GW thermal, significantly contributing to the government's hydrogen production target. The Proposed Development includes various elements such as the Hydrogen Production Facility, carbon capture units, supply connections, and distribution networks, to be located within Teesworks in Redcar and Cleveland. The DCO Application involves compulsory land acquisition and permissions for construction and operation. Recent changes to the Application focus on engineering developments, construction techniques, and reducing overall impacts. The proposed provision of additional land is to facilitate re-using an existing natural gas pipeline for importing gas, aligning with the project's sustainability goals. Documentation regarding these changes and land provisions is made available online for public viewing. This project signifies a positive step towards achieving the UK's renewable energy targets and promoting environmental sustainability.