From the UK’s largest industrial carbon emitter to a clean energy powerhouse, the Humber is ready to be transformed.
We’re prepared to invest £2 billion to keep Rough open and transform it into one of the world’s largest hydrogen storage facilities. This bold move is vital for the UK’s energy security, accelerating the energy transition and unlocking thousands of green jobs. But to make this vision a reality, we need strategic support from government.
We’ve spent time in the Humber, speaking with local communities and industry leaders to understand how this region’s infrastructure shapes lives and powers the nation.
Watch the full video to hear their stories.
"We are getting left behind in the Humber. That's where the Government have all the keys, to unlock investment in this region, to grow the the economy, to protect jobs and to decarbonise along the way. Now it needs to happen here in Hull."
Martin Scargill, Managing Director, Centrica Energy Storage +
Transforming Rough
Transforming Rough will create thousands of green jobs in the Humber. Keeping Rough open is essential not only for today’s jobs but also for enabling the next generation to build green skills and shape the future of energy.
From fossil fuels to a hydrogen-powered future, we could turn the Humber into a hydrogen powerhouse, offering a low-carbon solution for when the wind doesn’t blow and the sun doesn’t shine. By repurposing Rough, we can provide the backup power the UK needs while building a hydrogen ecosystem that supports industrial decarbonisation and long-term energy resilience.
We’re ready to invest but we need government backing to unlock this opportunity. Our vision is a fully integrated hydrogen system, starting with production, followed by large-scale storage at Rough and distribution via a dedicated Humber Hydrogen Pipeline.
