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BIG HIT

Building Innovative Green Hydrogen Systems in Isolated Territories

About the Project

BIG HIT will create a hydrogen territory in the  Orkney Islands of Scotland by implementing a fully integrated model of hydrogen production, storage, transportation and utilisation for heat, power and mobility. 

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Project Partners

Twelve partners from Denmark, France, Italy, Malta, Spain and the UK are participating in this collaborative project. Learn more about the project partners here.

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News and Updates

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News and Events

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Loganair Hydrogen Flights in Orkney by 2027
Loganair Hydrogen Flights in Orkney by 2027

Loganair, the Scottish airline based at Glasgow Airport, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Cranfield Aerospace Solutions with the ambition to have the first operational hydrogen-electric Britten-Norman Islander flying in Kirkwall by 2027.

In December 2020 the Scottish Government’s Update to the Climate Change Plan set the ambition for Scotland’s scheduled internal passenger flights to be decarbonised by 2040.

ScottishPower and ZeroAvia to develop H2 Aircraft refuelling
ScottishPower and ZeroAvia to develop H2 Aircraft refuelling

ScottishPower (Iberdrola) has signed an agreement with ZeroAvia to work together to develop low carbon hydrogen supply to key airport locations to support decarbonisation of the aviation sector. As well as exploring airport hydrogen supply models and financing, the companies will also explore clean power requirements and hydrogen production infrastructure for potential future ZeroAvia sites within ScottishPower’s distribution network areas across Scotland, North West England and North Wales. 

European H2 Valley 2022 Awards
European H2 Valley 2022 Awards

The Clean Hydrogen Partnership 2022 Awards were announced during European Hydrogen Week in Brussels. These Awards celebrate projects that have achieved excellence in clean hydrogen technologies research and innovation. The result for the European H2 Valley 2022 Award was a triple valley success. The three winning valleys are HEAVENN in the Netherlands, Basque Hydrogen Corridor in Spain (BH2C), and eFarm in Germany.

Events
All-Energy 2024
May 15
All-Energy 2024

All-Energy is the UK’s largest low carbon energy and full supply chain renewables event and offers unrivalled opportunities to meet, network and make new connections. Over 10,000 participants from across the renewable energy community are expected to gather at the SEC in Glasgow for two days of uninterrupted business at the next live edition of All-Energy & Dcarbonise on 15-16 May 2024.

Cenex Expo
Sep 4
Cenex Expo

From 2024 Cenex Expo at the UTAC Millbrook Proving Ground will build on the legacy of Cenex-LCV & CAM. Cenex Expo will stimulate ideas and showcase technology, bringing together the people who will deliver the net zero and connected automated mobility future.

Hy-fcell Stuttgart
Oct 8
Hy-fcell Stuttgart

hy-fcell 2024 international Expo and Conference offers an ideal platform for experts and newcomers alike to connect and establish sustainable business relationships. hy-fcell consists of an English speaking conference with interactive plenaries and workshops, and a free to attend international trade fair. hy-fcell at Messe Stuttgart is located next door to Stuttgart airport, just 400 metres walk.

Hydrogen Technology Expo Europe
Oct 23
Hydrogen Technology Expo Europe

Hydrogen Technology Expo Europe is a must-attend conference and exhibition that is exclusively dedicated to discussing advanced technologies for the hydrogen and fuel cell industry. The event will bring together more than 300 international speakers and over 15,000 attendees from across the entire hydrogen value chain to focus on developing solutions and innovations for low-carbon hydrogen production, efficient storage and distribution as well as applications in a variety of stationary and mobile applications.

SHFCA2024 Hydrogen Scotland
Oct 29
SHFCA2024 Hydrogen Scotland

SHFCA2024 Hydrogen Scotland will take place over two days at the Hilton Hotel, starting with breakout sessions and Awards Dinner on Tuesday 29 October followed by the main conference sessions on Wednesday 30 October. We look forward to seeing you in Glasgow.

European Hydrogen Week
Nov 18
European Hydrogen Week

Visitors to European Hydrogen Week will have access to multiple conference streams to deep dive into all things hydrogen - from industry trends, challenges and opportunities, innovation, new technology, and more. Participants will be able to navigate from session to session, as well as take part in captivating and interactive demonstrations on our exhibition floor and get a taste of what the future clean energy system will look like - with plenty of time for unmatched networking with like-minded individuals.