Northern Gas Networks (NGN), in collaboration with all gas distributers in the UK, has been awarded £9m funding by the Office of Gas and Electricity Markets (Ofgem) to investigate the safety viability of hydrogen (H2) transportation in the UK gas distribution networks. DNV GL, alongside Health and Safety Laboratories, are primary partners.
The project which is called H21 NIC will give critical evidence in validation of the technicalities surrounding the conversion of the existing natural gas network in Leeds, one of the largest UK cities, to 100% H2.
The project is split into two phases. Financing has been awarded for Phase One. Funding for the Phase Two field trials, valued at around £5m, has not yet been awarded by the regulator.
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