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What planning consents are required in the UK?

Hydrogen Unlocked

July 23, 2025

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Hydrogen Unlocked: A new thought leadership series exploring the strategic building blocks of global hydrogen project delivery.

Following the Hydrogen update to the market (July 2025) and the announcements earlier this year by Government on the shortlist for funding of 27 new hydrogen projects and £500m of additional investment, we take stock on UK consenting frameworks for consenting new hydrogen infrastructure. Read the full briefing in the PDF now.


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