Shetland's Sullom Voe Terminal to Potentially Host 50MW E-Fuel Plant for Green Energy Production
Key Ideas
  • Sullom Voe Terminal in Shetland may host a 50MW e-fuel production plant in the future, supported by Veri Energy and Aberdeen's Net Zero Technology Centre.
  • The project aims to produce e-fuel from renewable sources like wind power and is part of the energy transition initiatives at the terminal, including carbon capture and storage.
  • Veri Energy's CEO mentioned the potential for scalability to gigawatt-level production, leading to decarbonization of homes, businesses, and infrastructure in the country.
  • Local partnerships with companies like Neshion Limited and The Carbon Removers aim to utilize Shetland's wind resources for long-term energy resilience and decarbonization efforts.
The Sullom Voe Terminal in Shetland could potentially become the site for a 50MW e-fuel production plant in the future, as Veri Energy, supported by Aberdeen's Net Zero Technology Centre, leads a project to simulate optimal hydrogen production from renewable sources. The project involves creating green hydrogen powered by local wind sources with plans for deployment at the terminal. This initiative aligns with other energy transition projects at the terminal, such as carbon capture and storage activities. Veri Energy's integrated approach to e-fuel production and CO2 management is aimed at meeting regional demand initially, with the possibility of expanding for exports as capacity grows. The company is collaborating with local and regional partners, including Neshion Limited and The Carbon Removers, to leverage Shetland's wind resources for sustainable energy production. The CEO of Veri Energy, Gavin Templeton, emphasized the importance of unlocking Scotland's potential for low-carbon fuel production and enhancing long-term energy resilience by repurposing the industrial footprint at Sullom Voe. The project is seen as a model for scalable low-carbon fuel production at the gigawatt level, with the goal of decarbonizing various sectors across the country. Local stakeholders, including SIC chief executive Maggie Sandison, view this initiative as crucial for Shetland's clean energy ambitions and for providing new opportunities for skilled energy workers. The community is also awaiting details on a planned 400MW ammonia plant at Scatsta, which could further contribute to the region's energy transition efforts.
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