Singleton Birch, a subsidiary of MLC, has achieved a significant funding milestone in partnership with Centrica Energy Storage Ltd to produce hydrogen fuel for low-carbon lime production at its North Lincolnshire facility. The project has been shortlisted for funding under the UK's Hydrogen Allocation Round 2 (HAR2) program, emphasizing the importance of hydrogen in achieving net-zero emissions. The collaboration aims to reduce carbon emissions, lower dependence on natural gas, and secure a stable source of green energy through the construction of a hydrogen production plant using electrolysis. This initiative aligns with MLC's commitment to investing in sustainability and reducing environmental impact in lime production, a crucial material for various industries. The project, expected to be commissioned in 2028, will supply 20% of the energy needed for operating the lime kilns, significantly cutting natural gas usage. The partnership with Centrica and government support reflects a broader push for technological advancements, supportive legislation, and infrastructure development to drive sustainability goals. MLC's director of ESG and sustainability highlighted the importance of external partnerships and new technologies in achieving carbon neutrality. MLC's broader sustainability efforts include significant investments in emission reduction, energy efficiency, waste reduction, and fuel flexibility. The company is also working towards rehabilitating previously quarried land by developing an eco-park that will host the hydrogen facility. Additionally, MLC is exploring carbon capture technologies, with a US-based project already under negotiation by the Department of Energy, showcasing a global perspective on environmental innovation. The site's upgraded anaerobic digesters generating renewable energy further underline MLC's commitment to green technology and energy independence.