Two major energy companies have joined forces to explore options to create a low-carbon hydrogen production hub in East Yorkshire.
Centrica and Equinor have signed a co-operation agreement to explore developing a hub at Easington, a move which would deliver a further boost to the region’s growing status as a hydrogen production leader. Under the plan, the Centrica-operated area at Easington could transition to a low carbon hydrogen production hub over the coming decade.
The move would support the Humber’s decarbonisation ambitions and help the UK meet its net zero goals and hydrogen production targets, while also creating new jobs and safeguarding existing roles at the historical gas terminal. Up to a third of the UK’s total gas supply currently enters the UK via Easington, much of it from Equinor’s Norwegian facilities. Easington is also based close to some of the world’s largest offshore wind farm developments, offering huge potential for both blue and green hydrogen production.
