Protium Proposes Hydrogen Production Plant in Arbroath, Angus
Key Ideas
- London-based Protium plans pioneering hydrogen production plant at Elliot Industrial Estate in Arbroath, aiming to develop 1GW of hydrogen production assets in the UK by 2030.
- Protium's first facility, Pioneer 1, in Wales aims to reduce carbon emissions by 156,000 tonnes annually, with plans for a second larger facility in South Wales.
- Angus Council's previous hydrogen plans for a rural mobility hub near Brechin collapsed, prompting the search for alternative locations for hydrogen projects.
- Hydrogen fuel advancements seen in neighboring areas like Fife Council's dual fuel diesel/hydrogen trucks and Aberdeen's hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle showcase growing interest in the region.
Plans have been revealed for a pioneering hydrogen production plant at the Elliot Industrial Estate in Arbroath, Angus, Scotland. The proposal, put forward by London-based Protium, is in its early stages with no specific details about the plant's size or location disclosed yet. Protium aims to develop 1GW of hydrogen production assets in the UK by 2030, with a focus on green energy and industrial applications. The company's first facility, Pioneer 1, located in Wales, is operational and has led to plans for a second, larger facility in South Wales to significantly reduce carbon emissions. Meanwhile, Angus Council's previous hydrogen initiatives, including plans for a rural mobility hub near Brechin, faced setbacks and collapsed due to partnership issues. Despite this, hydrogen advancements are evident in neighboring areas like Fife and Aberdeen, indicating a growing interest and investment in hydrogen technology in the region.