UK consulting and engineering firm Wood has been tasked with revamping the Rough reservoir in the Southern North Sea to enable hydrogen storage, replacing its previous use for natural gas. The project involves constructing new infrastructure such as pipelines, an unmanned installation, and onshore injection facilities at the Easington Gas Terminal. This initiative is crucial for meeting the UK's hydrogen storage needs, with the potential to fulfill over half of the country's requirements. While the contract award will generate approximately 50 new job opportunities, the final decision on the redevelopment hinges on receiving a supportive framework from the government to encourage investments in gas storage. Steve Nicol, the executive president of operations at Wood, expressed pride in contributing to this innovative venture that aligns with the UK's energy security goals and decarbonisation commitments. He highlighted hydrogen, alongside offshore wind and carbon capture and storage, as pivotal elements in the nation's journey towards achieving net zero emissions, playing a significant role in reducing carbon footprints across industries, transportation, and power generation.