Essar Energy Transition (EET) through its entity EET Fuels is spearheading a USD 3.6 billion investment in low carbon projects in the UK and India, with a significant focus on hydrogen technology. EET Fuels, which operates the Stanlow oil refinery in the UK, has engaged global consulting and engineering leader Wood to conduct the front-end engineering design for its hydrogen project. This initiative aims to enable the refinery to switch to hydrogen as the main fuel source, with the capacity to operate on 100% hydrogen or a blend of hydrogen and fuel gas. EET Fuels is committed to investing USD 1.2 billion over the next five years to decarbonize its operations, targeting a 95% reduction in emissions by 2030. The hydrogen project, part of this investment, is crucial in achieving this goal. The transition to hydrogen at the Stanlow Refinery is expected to cut emissions by 0.2 million tonnes annually, showcasing a substantial step towards a cleaner future. The completion of the front-end engineering design will pave the way for EET Fuels to make a final investment decision on the hydrogen fuel switching project in the upcoming year. Once operational, the hydrogen-ready crude distiller furnace at Stanlow will lead the refinery in emissions reduction efforts. Moreover, the successful implementation of this project will allow for the conversion of all fired-heaters on-site to hydrogen fuel, further aiding in emission reductions. CEO Deepak Maheshwari expresses optimism about the project's progress, emphasizing its role in establishing the Stanlow Refinery as the world's first low carbon process refinery. This milestone not only aligns with environmental sustainability but also ensures the security of fuel supply in the UK while supporting employment in the industrial sector. Senior Vice President Martin Simmonite from Wood acknowledges the significance of this decarbonization project in contributing to the energy transition and enhancing UK energy security, showcasing a collaborative effort towards a greener future.