Immingham Green Energy Terminal Boosts UK's Energy Transition Journey
Key Ideas
- ABP's CEO hails the Immingham Green Energy Terminal planning consent as a significant step in the UK's energy transition.
- The project involves the creation of a green hydrogen production facility by Air Products, aiming to decarbonize industry and transport sectors.
- The terminal will generate over 130 direct jobs and support more than 1,100 jobs during construction, with potential for creating up to 1,400 jobs and £4.6 billion in economic value.
- Air Products plans to produce up to 300MW of green hydrogen, emphasizing the importance of policy support from the UK government for the final investment decision.
The Immingham Green Energy Terminal (IGET) in the UK received planning consent, marking a milestone in the country's energy transition journey. This project, overseen by ABP and Air Products, includes a green hydrogen production facility to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors, with ABP's CEO Henrik Lundgaard Pedersen expressing excitement for the clean energy infrastructure. The terminal's significance extends to supporting the regional Viking carbon capture and storage cluster and strengthening the Port of Immingham's role in decarbonization efforts. The associated job creation is substantial, with over 130 positions post-construction and potential for 1,400 jobs and significant economic value. Air Products plans to lead in renewable hydrogen production, emphasizing the need for government support. The Humber Procurement Day will present upcoming projects, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainable development and economic growth in the region.
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Green Hydrogen
Energy Transition
Job Creation
Green Energy
Government Support
Economic Growth
Infrastructure Projects
UK
Port Development
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