Powering Growth
Jobs, Skills & UK Prosperity
Unlocking Jobs, Reviving Regions
Project HySpeed will create more than 24,000 high-quality jobs across the UK, injecting over £2 billion annually into the economy. These jobs span construction, operations, and advanced manufacturing—helping drive the UK’s clean energy transition while uplifting communities.
- 14,000 construction jobs to deliver world-class hydrogen production facilities
- 9,000 operational roles, including 1,600 dedicated to the hydrogen infrastructure
- A minimum of 50% of capital and development spend will be kept in the UK
Growing Regional Industrial Hubs
HySpeed’s shortlisted sites are located within Government-prioritised growth regions, including Advanced Manufacturing and Clean Tech clusters. Additional manufacturing facilities will extend across Innovation Clusters, bolstering regional economies and strengthening the UK’s industrial base.
Clean Industry Bonus
Doing the Right Thing
HySpeed will prioritise investment in UK-deprived areas, supporting the Clean Industry Bonus (CIB) framework. We require UK suppliers to commit to Science-Based Targets, ensuring that clean energy growth also leads to cleaner supply chains and sustainable industry practices.
A Skills-First Approach
HySpeed is investing in upskilling Britain’s workforce. With support from training providers, universities, and National Gas, we are helping:
- Retrain workers from the oil and gas sector
- Address shortages in key trades (electrical, mechanical, welding)
- Build a long-term, job-ready hydrogen workforce