East Midlands leads the energy revolution at upcoming hydrogen summit

The future of clean energy and the region’s role in leading the development of hydrogen as an energy source will be celebrated at a high profile summit next month.

Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward, will be the keynote speaker at the East Midlands Hydrogen Summit on November 8th, organised by East Midlands Hydrogen, an industry-led initiative supporting the region’s energy revolution by growing the UK’s largest inland hydrogen cluster.

At the Summit, Mayor Claire is set to share her vision for decarbonising the region and stimulating inclusive growth.

Mayor of the East Midlands, Claire Ward, said: “I’m thrilled to be speaking at the East Midlands Hydrogen Summit during such an exciting time for our region. Our spirit of innovation and enterprise, which drove the first industrial revolution, gives us the chance to lead once again. With our ideal location, outstanding infrastructure, and skilled workforce, we’re perfectly positioned to power the UK’s green energy future and make a real difference.”

Dr Jeevun Sandher MP, Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Hydrogen and MP for Loughborough, will also be speaking at the summit. The APPG for Hydrogen focuses on raising awareness of, and building support for, large scale hydrogen projects to help the country meet decarbonisation targets.

The East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA), Cadent and the East Midlands Freeport, will be showcasing the investments, advances and innovation underway in the region at the summit.

Delegates will also hear from East Midlands Hydrogen Consortium partners and members who are playing their part in establishing the full hydrogen value chain, from production, distribution and industrial end use, forecasted to result in carbon dioxide emissions savings of at least 1.9 million tonnes per year, equivalent to removing gas-related carbon emissions of 860,000 homes per year.

The event takes place at Loughborough University on Friday 8th November 2024 10am – 2pm

Delegates can register for the event using this link using the password EMHregister2024