- Green Lithium's Teesside refinery will produce over 50,000 tonnes of low-carbon lithium annually.
- The refinery aims to reduce emissions by 75% compared to non-UK refineries.
- EDF's Tees Green Hydrogen project seeks funding from the UK's Net Zero Hydrogen Fund.
- The project supports the UK's decarbonization strategy and local industry sustainability.
Project Overview
Green Lithium Refining Limited is collaborating with EDF’s Tees Green Hydrogen project to supply hydrogen to its lithium refinery at PD Ports in Teesside, UK. This partnership aims to address the challenges in the European lithium chemicals market, where the majority of lithium is currently refined in China, causing supply chain uncertainties.
Decarbonization Efforts
The use of green hydrogen as a feedstock gas is a key component of Green Lithium’s strategy to decarbonize its refining process. This approach is expected to reduce emissions by 75% compared to traditional refineries that rely on fossil fuels like coal or natural gas. The Teesside refinery will produce over 50,000 tonnes of low-carbon, battery-grade lithium chemicals annually, supporting the production of over 1 million electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe by 2030.
Funding and Support
EDF Renewables UK and Hynamics, part of the EDF Group, are seeking funding from the UK Government’s Net Zero Hydrogen Fund (NZHF) for the Tees Green Hydrogen project. Overseen by the Department for Energy Security & Net Zero, the fund aims to support the commercial deployment of hydrogen production projects across the UK as part of the broader decarbonization strategy.
Local Impact
The Tees Green Hydrogen project is expected to benefit local industry and transport in Teesside by providing a reliable supply of green hydrogen. This will support decarbonization efforts and significantly reduce industrial pollution, contributing to the long-term sustainability of the region.
