Eni and UK Government Secure Funding for Liverpool Bay CCS Project
Key Ideas
  • The financial close for the Liverpool Bay CCS project will lead to significant investments in the local supply chain and create around 2,000 jobs during the construction phase.
  • The UK government's commitment to CCS is demonstrated by the £21.7 billion funding allocation across the first two CCS Clusters, aiming to drive decarbonisation and industrial growth.
  • Eni's strategic agreement with the UK government reinforces the country's leadership in the CCS sector and emphasizes the importance of regulatory frameworks for the development of CCS.
  • The HyNet Cluster, facilitated by Eni, will play a crucial role in reducing emissions from various industries in the North West of England and North Wales, contributing to the UK's CCS ambitions.
Eni and the UK Government's Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ) have successfully reached financial close for the Liverpool Bay CCS project, where Eni will operate the CO2 transport and storage system of the HyNet industrial Cluster. This milestone allows the project to progress to the construction phase, unlocking investments in the local supply chain and generating approximately 2,000 jobs during construction. The UK government's commitment to CCS is evident through a significant funding allocation of £21.7 billion for the first two CCS Clusters. Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, Ed Miliband, highlights the importance of this investment in creating a clean energy industry, fostering skilled jobs, and revitalizing industrial communities. Eni's CEO, Claudio Descalzi, emphasizes the strategic partnership with the UK government, positioning the UK as a leader in CCS development. The Liverpool Bay CCS project, integral to the HyNet Cluster, will transport CO2 from capture plants to Eni's storage reservoirs, supporting decarbonisation efforts in the region. With a focus on industrial competitiveness and job creation, the project is scheduled for startup in 2028, contributing significantly to the UK's CCS goals and Eni's decarbonisation strategy.
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