Linde Wins Major Engineering Design Contract for Equinor's Low Carbon Hydrogen Project at H2H Saltend, Progressing Towards a Greener Future
Equinor's H2H Saltend Project: A Leap Towards a Zero-Carbon Future
Equinor, a leading global energy provider and a pioneer in carbon capture and storage (CCS) and hydrogen technologies, is set to revolutionise the energy landscape in the UK. The Norwegian giant, which supplies natural gas, oil, and electricity to the UK, has announced plans for the H2H Saltend project, a 600-megawatt low carbon hydrogen production plant with CCS.
The project, which is scheduled to be operational by 2027 and sited at the energy-intensive Saltend Chemicals Park, will play a significant role in reducing the park's emissions by up to one third. This initiative is a crucial step towards Equinor's aim of reaching net zero emissions globally by 2050.
The H2H Saltend project is the kick-starter for the wider Zero Carbon Humber scheme, and Equinor is not alone in this ambitious endeavour. The company has partnered with SSE Thermal on hydrogen storage and power projects, and is also part of the Northern Endurance Partnership, developing CO2 transport and storage infrastructure for the East Coast Cluster.
The project will directly replace natural gas in several industrial facilities, significantly reducing their carbon intensity. BOC will operate and maintain the plant, while Linde Engineering, a global leader in the production, processing, storage, and distribution of hydrogen, will use its hydrogen and air separation technologies in the H2H Saltend project.
Joseph Leahy, the project manager for the H2H Saltend project at Equinor, leads the team driving this transformative initiative. The project has also received a significant boost with Equinor awarding a Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) contract for H2H Saltend to Linde Engineering.
Equinor's expansion plans extend beyond the shores of the UK. The company is also involved in the development of the Dogger Bank, the world's largest offshore wind farm. This commitment to renewable energy sources underscores Equinor's role as a trailblazer in the transition towards a sustainable, low-carbon future.
The H2H Saltend project is expected to store around 890,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year, a significant contribution towards Equinor's goal of reducing its carbon footprint. As the UK's leading energy provider, Equinor's innovative approach to clean energy production and CCS technology is set to redefine the energy sector, paving the way for a greener, more sustainable future.
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