UK's Energy Transition Update: Ofgem's Connection Reforms Delayed, Scotland's Green Hydrogen Support, and Enfinium's Carbon Capture Pilot
Key Ideas
  • Ofgem plans to delay implementation of connection reforms until Q2 2025 to align with net zero targets, introducing three potential methodologies for industry clarity.
  • The Scottish government is providing £7 million funding for green hydrogen projects in Scotland, showcasing commitment to renewable energy growth and economic benefits.
  • Enfinium launches the UK's first energy-from-waste carbon capture pilot, aiming to capture 1 tonne of CO2 daily to transition to a carbon removal business by early 2030's.
  • Enfinium plans to invest over £1.7 billion to decarbonise operations by 2033 and aims to capture up to 1.7 million tonnes of CO2 annually by 2039 across its UK plants.
In the latest energy updates from the UK, Ofgem has proposed a delay to the implementation of connection reforms to better align with the country's net zero targets. The regulator acknowledged that the current reforms would not effectively support the transition to clean power by 2030, prompting the consideration of new methodologies for industry clarity. Meanwhile, the Scottish government has announced funding of up to £7 million for green hydrogen projects, emphasizing the economic benefits and commitment to renewable energy growth. Additionally, Enfinium has launched the UK's first energy-from-waste carbon capture pilot at its Ferrybridge 1 site in West Yorkshire. The pilot aims to capture one tonne of carbon dioxide emissions daily as part of the company's plan to become a carbon removal business by the early 2030s. Enfinium plans to invest significantly to decarbonize its operations and implement carbon capture technology across its UK plants, aiming to remove up to 1.7 million tonnes of CO2 annually by 2039. This project is a crucial step towards sustainable waste management and reducing carbon emissions in the UK, showcasing a positive momentum towards achieving environmental goals.
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