The Selms Muir Hydrogen Project in Livingston has been shortlisted for UK Government funding under the Second Hydrogen Allocation Round (HAR2). Gregor Poynton MP hailed this as a 'game-changing opportunity' for the local economy and Scotland's clean energy ambitions. The project, a collaboration between Hygen and European Energy, aims to set up a 20MW electrolyser hub capable of producing six tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen daily. The hydrogen produced could power buses, construction equipment, and heavy vehicles in West Lothian and beyond. The project will be co-located with the Selms Muir Solar Farm and is expected to displace over 420,000 tonnes of CO₂ over its 40-year lifespan, making a significant contribution to Scotland's net zero targets. Kevin Selleslags, CEO of Hygen, highlighted the importance of the scheme and the role of hydrogen in the journey to net zero. Mark Evans from European Energy emphasized the business case for green hydrogen production in the UK. Gregor Poynton MP expressed his excitement about the shortlisting, emphasizing the potential of the project to cut emissions, create jobs, attract investment, and help re-industrialize communities with clean technologies. The project not only aligns with the UK Government's Plan for Change but also aims to contribute significantly to the target of up to 10GW of low carbon hydrogen production by 2030 in the UK, with a focus on green hydrogen. The project could create job opportunities for engineers, welders, pipefitters, and technicians in West Lothian and the wider Scottish economy.