GREEN ENERGY
An illustrative image showing how bp ’ s proposed blue hydrogen facility on Teesside - H2Teesside - could look .
In addition to the environmental benefits , this is a project that will be transformative for Teesside and its people , creating jobs and developing skills throughout the region .
transition growth engines . The business believes it will be a key enabler to decarbonise hard-to-abate industry , and is focused on selecting and delivering quality opportunities , by prioritising projects based on value .
Mario Tommaselli , senior vice president gas and low-carbon energies of Technip Energies , said : “ Being selected for bp ’ s H2Teesside project highlights Technip Energies ’ proven experience in working as a technology integrator on large-scale projects .
“ By leveraging our extensive expertise in hydrogen and carbon capture technologies , we are well positioned to deliver innovative and scalable solutions that align with the UK ’ s ambitious decarbonisation targets .”
Sam White , managing director of natural resources at Costain , said : “ This exciting project is a step change for UK decarbonisation . “ Our in-house engineering expertise will design a world-leading network that will safely transport hydrogen to provide industrial users with an alternative to natural gas , a key step in the development of the hydrogen economy .
“ In addition to the environmental benefits , this is a project that will be transformative for Teesside and its people , creating jobs and developing skills throughout the region .
“ In transportation , water and energy , we ’ re committed to delivering critical infrastructure that improves lives and prosperity across the North-East of England .”
Andy Lane , VP for hydrogen and CCUS at bp , UK , said : “ These agreements mark further critical milestones for H2Teesside as the project continues to move towards EPC contracts and then construction .
“ The project could play a critical role in decarbonising industry on Teesside , helping to transform the region into a leading hydrogen hub and kickstart the UK ’ s low-carbon hydrogen economy .”
Project highlights
H2Teesside is targeting 1.2 GW of hydrogen production , equating to more than 10 % of the UK ’ s 2030 hydrogen goal
H2Teesside could capture and send for over two million tonnes of CO2 per year via the bp-led Northern Endurance Partnership , equivalent to capturing the emissions of one million UK households
The pipeline infrastructure , designed by Costain , will cover 31 kilometres
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