Devon's mining firms could be powered by hydrogen
The Government today backed plans for a new green hydrogen site near Plymouth
Last updated 14th Dec 2023
Within two years, mining companies across Devon could be using green hydrogen power.
The Government's today given a grant to Carlton Power to develop a new facility at Langage, near Plymouth.
Eric Adams, Carlton Power’s Hydrogen Projects Director said: “We are delighted with today’s announcement from DESNZ. Securing a contract for Langage  - 10MW of capacity and an investment of cÂŁ20m, and with planning consent - is a major achievement and places Carlton Power among the leading British companies that are helping to build the hydrogen economy in the UK.Â
"Langage is a beacon project for the West Country’s hydrogen ambitions.”
Keith Clarke, Founder and Chief Executive of Carlton Power added: “We are supporting local industry to decarbonise their operations, supporting the South West’s efforts to reach Net Zero and we are a catalyst for green investment and jobs.Â
"Working with our financial partners, Schroders Greencoat, we can now work towards a Final Investment Decision for the Langage scheme in the early part of next year and thereafter work to have it enter commercial operation within two years.”