EET Hydrogen Power: Pioneering Low Carbon Energy in Europe
Key Ideas
- Essar Energy Transition (EET) announced the construction of EET Hydrogen Power, Europe’s first hydrogen-ready combined heat and power plant, at Stanlow refinery to reduce carbon emissions significantly.
- With a capacity of 125 MW of power and 6,000 tons per day of steam, the project aims to cut 740,000 tonnes of CO2 per year and support decarbonization targets for both EET Fuels and other industrial users in the region.
- The investment into EET Hydrogen Power is part of EET's $3 billion energy transition initiatives in the North West of England, contributing to the growth of high skilled employment and serving as a blueprint for future industrial decarbonization.
- The project is hailed as a milestone in the UK's low carbon energy journey, showcasing a pathway for decarbonizing high emitting industries and contributing to regional emissions reductions targets.
Essar Energy Transition (EET) has announced the launch of EET Hydrogen Power, a groundbreaking project set to become Europe’s first hydrogen-ready combined heat and power plant at Stanlow refinery in the United Kingdom. The construction of this plant, scheduled for completion in 2027, is part of EET's commitment to promoting low carbon energy and supporting decarbonization efforts globally. The plant's development will be carried out in two phases, ultimately reaching a capacity of 125 MW of power and 6,000 tons of steam per day. By replacing hydrocarbons with hydrogen, the plant is expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by a significant 740,000 tonnes annually, contributing to the ambitious goal of cutting total emissions by 95% at the Stanlow refinery by 2030. This initiative is not only crucial for EET Fuels' decarbonization plans but also for providing low carbon power to other industrial users in the region to facilitate their decarbonization targets. EET Hydrogen Power is positioned as a key infrastructure project supporting the broader decarbonization plans of the HyNet industrial cluster and setting a precedent for future industrial and power decarbonization efforts. Moreover, this investment forms part of EET's larger $3 billion energy transition initiatives in the North West of England, emphasizing the company's commitment to creating high skilled employment opportunities and driving sustainable growth in the region. Tony Fountain, Managing Partner of Essar Energy Transition, and Rob Wallace, CEO of EET Hydrogen Power, have both expressed optimism and bold ambitions for the project, showcasing the potential for Stanlow to become a significant low carbon transition hub within the HyNet Industrial Cluster. The launch of EET Hydrogen Power signifies a pivotal step in the UK's journey towards low carbon energy and exemplifies the company's dedication to leading the way in decarbonizing vital high emitting industries.