Policy brief: Hydrogen in the UK. Working from the future – Dr John Szabo

In this policy brief on the UK’s hydrogen prospects, Dr John Szabo emphasises integrating hydrogen strategies into broader policies for a successful UK energy transition, stressing balance and comprehensive planning.

Policy advice

• Scale fossil hydrogen projects paired with CCS quickly, while ensuring clear application identification of industry decarbonisation.
• Develop tailored strategies and regulations for hydrogen separate from natural gas, reflecting its status as a distinct commodity.
• Prioritise demand-focused policies over production and transit, acknowledging hydrogen’s unique applications.
• Support renewable energy and electrolyser supply chains for a holistic approach to renewable hydrogen.

Read the full Policy Brief here

 

 

Reported by:

Alexandra Gallbraith
Alexandra.Gallbraith@brunel.ac.uk