Innovative Green Hydrogen Project Secures Major Funding in UK and Australia
Key Ideas
- The Hydrogen Zero Emission Maritime (HyZEM) project in the UK and Australia receives significant investment to develop green hydrogen technology for workboats.
- GB£1.44 million from Innovate UK and a matching sum from Australia’s Department of Climate Change will fuel the project.
- The aim is to create low-carbon solutions for high powered workboats, promoting sustainability in maritime operations in both countries.
An international green hydrogen project known as the Hydrogen Zero Emission Maritime (HyZEM) project, led by FreePort East in the UK and involving partners from the UK and Australia, has secured substantial funding. Innovate UK has pledged GB£1.44 million towards the project, while a similar amount is being contributed by Australia’s Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. The primary focus of the project is to develop low-carbon green hydrogen technology specifically tailored for high powered workboats operating in both the UK and Australia. By harnessing green hydrogen, the project aims to enable the maritime industry to transition towards more sustainable practices, reducing emissions and promoting environmental conservation. This collaboration between the two countries highlights a shared commitment to innovation and environmental responsibility in the maritime sector.