Regen's response to consultation on hydrogen blending into the GB gas distribution network

Focusing on the key question of the transitional role of hydrogen blending, Regen's response to the UK government's consultation argues that limited and temporary blending could be used to provide an off-taker of last resort to address the issue of hydrogen demand risk and thereby encourage hydrogen production investment. However, blending is likely to be more complex and costly than currently assumed and may not be available at all locations and times without some risk of injection curtailment.

There may be better options available that would entail less regret cost and would be aligned with the long-term development of the UK hydrogen value chain. This would include providing more support and policy intervention.

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