Kimberly-Clark English Factory to Use Green Hydrogen by Late Decade
A Kimberly-Clark tissue plant in England will switch to green hydrogen power later this decade. Developers approved £55 million in funding for the conversion project.
deadline.comAn English factory owned by Kimberly-Clark will begin using green hydrogen as its energy source later this decade. 6 million) for the conversion.
Green hydrogen is produced using renewable electricity to split water molecules. The fuel emits no carbon dioxide when burned. The project aims to reduce the facility's reliance on conventional energy sources.
The investment decision clears the way for construction and installation work to begin. The plant is expected to start operations on the new fuel supply before 2030.
Key Facts
Story Timeline
2 events- 2026
Developers approved £55 million investment for green hydrogen conversion at English factory.
1 source@business - Late decade
Kimberly-Clark English factory scheduled to begin using green hydrogen.
1 source@business
Potential Impact
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The factory will reduce its carbon emissions from energy use once the system is operational.
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Local construction and engineering firms may receive contracts for equipment installation.
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