Electrolysis flexibility 'not commercially viable' concedes government

What This Means

This government admission is a setback for the UK's hydrogen ambitions, particularly for green hydrogen produced via electrolysis. If flexibility isn't commercially viable, it means higher costs or slower development for a technology critical to decarbonising heavy industry and potentially heating. We need clear, effective policy to bridge this commercial gap. Without it, the UK risks falling behind on hydrogen, which could impact our long-term energy security and net-zero targets, potentially l

• Consumers: May add upward pressure to household energy bills.
• Businesses: Could raise energy costs or operational risk for businesses.
• Energy market: Signals tightening or strain in the UK energy market.