Hydrogen Hub launches in Oxfordshire

The Oxfordshire Hydrogen Hub has been launched which aims to bring together local stakeholders and the hydrogen and fuel cell industry to develop projects that meet the local energy needs of the community.

The initiative was launched at an event yesterday, 20 March, which brought together local businesses and stakeholders so they could have the opportunity to learn about the different technologies and how they might be applied in different scenarios to deliver clean, cost-effective energy.

Speakers included technology developers and those currently using the technology. Two hydrogen vehicles, a Toyota Mirai and Hyundai ix35 fuel cell were also displayed in front of the venue.

The Hydrogen Hub launched in Swindon and Wiltshire in January 2016 and has since driven over £1.5 million of external investment in hydrogen and fuel cell projects in the region with over 50 different organisations participating in working groups and projects.

The Hydrogen Hub has attracted attention from Government with Energy Minister Claire Perry visiting the Hub this year.

Hydrogen Hub’s chairman, Kevin Fothergill said: “The Hydrogen Hub has been very successful in Swindon and Wiltshire, developing and deploying hydrogen and fuel cell projects which have established the region as a leader in these clean energy technologies.

“We are really excited about the launch of the Oxfordshire Hydrogen Hub and we look forward to working with Oxfordshire local authorities, the Government and local businesses to help them achieve an innovative and ambitious plan to improve local air quality and decarbonise energy for the benefit of the local environment and economy.”