North West Hydrogen Alliance Predicts £3.4bn Boost and 11,500 Jobs by 2030
Key Ideas
  • The North West Hydrogen Alliance report forecasts a £3.4bn economic boost and 11,500 jobs in the region by 2030 from hydrogen activities.
  • Hydrogen production is expected to have the most significant impact on employment and GVA, with potential for 2GW of hydrogen production by 2030.
  • The North West leads in decarbonized energy clusters, with projects like HyNet North West and HPP1 paving the way for hydrogen adoption and job creation.
  • The region's well-developed hydrogen projects, government support, and ideal geographical features position it as a key player in the UK's hydrogen market growth.
The North West Hydrogen Alliance (NWHA) has released a report projecting a substantial economic boost and job creation potential in the region by 2030 through hydrogen initiatives. The report focuses on understanding the economic impact across the hydrogen value chain, with hydrogen production expected to drive employment and Gross Value Added (GVA) growth. The demand for low carbon hydrogen in the North West could support up to 2GW of hydrogen production by 2030, a significant contribution to the UK government's targets. The region, backed by the government, is at the forefront of decarbonization efforts, with projects like HyNet North West and HPP1 leading the way. The NWHA emphasizes the development of a hydrogen economy to create jobs, foster infrastructure development, and support industries transitioning to low carbon fuel. Notable projects like HyNet, Trafford Green Hydrogen, and Barrow Green Hydrogen have already secured government support, highlighting the region's commitment to hydrogen adoption. Additionally, the UK's first large-scale, low carbon hydrogen production plant, HPP1, is underway, set to produce 1GW of hydrogen by 2030. Hydrogen in the North West is poised to play a crucial role in decarbonizing key industries like refining, manufacturing, and chemicals, ensuring job security and sustainability. The projected direct and indirect employment impacts, along with the substantial GVA growth, paint a positive outlook for the region's hydrogen sector and its contribution to the UK's green technology transition.
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