Wedoany.com Report-Aug. 8, Chinook Hydrogen is set to deliver a new facility in the UK, designed to produce up to 12 tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen daily from non-recyclable waste. The plant, located at Thames Freeport, is expected to commence operations in 2028. This initiative marks a significant step in utilizing residual waste to support sustainable energy production.

Dr. Rifat Chalabi, Executive Chairman of Chinook Hydrogen, stated: “By converting non-recyclable waste into clean hydrogen, we tackle the twin challenges of waste and decarbonisation in one stroke.” The facility is projected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by over 50,000 tonnes annually, decrease landfill methane, and lower supply-chain emissions, contributing to environmental sustainability.

The project is part of a broader £1 billion plan to establish a “national hydrogen corridor” across the UK, incorporating multiple green hydrogen production sites. This includes a five-tonne-per-day hydrogen-from-waste facility in Doncaster, expanding the reach of clean energy initiatives. The Thames Freeport plant is expected to create approximately 150 jobs in engineering, operations, logistics, and clean technology, boosting local employment.

Baroness Gustafsson CBE, Minister for Investment, commented: “We’re serious about fostering the benefits of net zero, which is why our modern Industrial Strategy is driving growth into our clean energies sector to attract even more investment and create jobs. Thames Freeport, one of our Industrial Strategy Zones, provides the perfect environment for this initiative to get started.” The project aligns with the UK’s commitment to advancing renewable energy and economic growth.

Rt Hon Ruth Kelly, Chair of Thames Freeport, added: “This is the kind of strategic, future-focused investment our Freeport Strategy sets out to attract. Chinook’s commitment shows how Freeports can spark new industries, unlock global capital and build a greener, more resilient UK economy.” The facility underscores the role of innovative infrastructure in fostering sustainable industries.

Additionally, Essar Energy Transition (EET) Hydrogen and ENKA are developing another hydrogen production plant within the HyNet Cluster in northwest England, further supporting the UK’s clean energy ambitions. The Chinook Hydrogen facility at Thames Freeport represents a key component of the nation’s strategy to integrate waste management with renewable energy production, paving the way for a more sustainable energy future.