The University of Nottingham has received planning permission for a new research facility on Jubilee Campus in Wollaton, Nottingham, with a focus on unlocking the potential of zero carbon fuels. The lab aims to facilitate research and high-power testing of propulsion systems for industries such as aerospace, automotive, marine, and power generation. It will include cryogenic test capabilities, environmental chambers for altitude testing, and equipment to test gaseous hydrogen, ammonia, and other green fuels to support the decarbonization of future transport. The project, supported by £70 million in funding from private, public, and grant sources, is part of efforts to boost technological development for decarbonizing transportation. The lab will be connected to the adjacent Power Electronics and Machines Centre (PEMC) to collaborate on research and testing activities. The research at the facility will focus on testing novel powertrains, including cryogenic electrical machines and power electronics, as well as systems powered by liquid hydrogen and other green fuels. The new lab is expected to be operational by mid-2026 and will play a crucial role in advancing zero carbon innovation. Chris Gerada, professor of electrical machines at the University of Nottingham, emphasized the significance of the new hydrogen lab in establishing the East Midlands as a leader in zero carbon innovation globally. The region is seen as having the right resources and expertise to support industries in achieving their decarbonization objectives. The lab will complement the university's Zero Carbon Innovation Centre, which has received support from East Midlands Freeport and Loughborough University, further enhancing the region's capabilities in zero carbon technology.