Centrica has embarked on the construction of a hydrogen-ready gas power peaking plant at the Brigg Energy Park in Lincolnshire, UK. The initiative involves the installation of four Wärtsilä gas engines in the decommissioned Brigg Power Station to provide nearly 100MW of power to meet peak demand. Centrica aims to begin trials this year to blend hydrogen into the gas, starting from a 3% blend and moving towards a 20% blend, with the ultimate goal of transitioning to 100% hydrogen in the long run. The company plans to extend similar hydrogen blending technology to all peaking plants. The construction at Brigg Energy Park is expected to last around nine months, with full operations slated to commence in early 2025. Once operational, the peaking plant, powered by Wärtsilä's gas engines, will have the capacity to supply electricity to approximately 20,000 homes for a full day as needed. Centrica's Group Chief Executive highlighted the crucial role of gas in the UK's electricity supply during periods of low renewable generation. Wärtsilä Energy's Vice-President for Africa & Europe mentioned that the installation at Brigg Energy Park will support the integration of clean renewable energy by facilitating grid balancing. The engines' high efficiency and capability to run on hydrogen blends position them as a sustainable solution for the energy transition. The project aligns with the trend of blending hydrogen with natural gas in various applications to reduce emissions in the short term before moving towards direct hydrogen usage, aiming to leverage existing infrastructure while lowering environmental impact.