Essar Energy Transition’s UK arm, EET Fuels, achieved a significant milestone by commissioning the UK's first hydrogen-ready furnace at Stanlow refinery. This move is part of their roadmap to transition to a low-carbon refining operation. The new furnace is expected to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 16,600 tonnes per year initially, using refinery off gas. By 2028, with the use of low-carbon hydrogen from EET Hydrogen’s HPP1 plant, the annual emissions savings are projected to reach nearly 200,000 tonnes. This step is described as a crucial part of EET Fuels' decarbonisation strategy, allowing the furnace to operate on various fuel sources including 100 percent refinery off gas, a blend of off gas and hydrogen, or entirely on hydrogen. The company aims to eliminate 95% of its carbon emissions by the end of the decade, translating to almost 2 million tonnes. In addition to reducing emissions, the upgraded furnace improves air quality through reduced nitrogen oxide emissions and enhances energy efficiency. EET Fuels is investing around USD 1.2 billion over five years to transform Stanlow into the UK's first low-carbon refinery. This investment includes energy efficiency upgrades, fuel switching, and industrial carbon capture initiatives. The HPP1 hydrogen production plant, which will supply low-carbon hydrogen to Stanlow, recently reached financial close. This plant is a crucial part of the company's strategy to achieve sustainable operations and reduce regional emissions by 12.5%. The CEO of EET Fuels, Deepak Maheshwari, highlighted the significance of this milestone and the foundation it lays for future emission savings through hydrogen fuel integration.