Farmers across Yorkshire have a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the future of sustainable agriculture. The Royal Agricultural Society of England (RASE) and Cenex are leading a project to explore the potential of hydrogen (H2) as a replacement for fossil fuels on farms. This initiative, funded by Northern Gas Networks through Ofgem’s Network Innovation Allowance, focuses on engaging the farming community to ensure their voices are integral to this transition.
Why Hydrogen?
Hydrogen fuel presents a promising alternative to traditional fossil fuels, offering a pathway to significantly reduce carbon emissions. As the agriculture sector strives to achieve Net Zero emissions, exploring viable fuel alternatives is crucial.
How to Get Involved
Yorkshire farmers can take part in this project by joining one of several upcoming online workshops. These sessions aim to gather farmers’ insights on moving beyond red diesel and to discuss the feasibility and requirements for adopting hydrogen and other gas fuels on farms. The workshops are designed to be accessible, with no requirement of prior H2 fuels knowledge needed.
Workshop Schedule:
Arable & Potatoes: 4-5.30pm, Tuesday 28 May
Protected Horticulture: 4-5.30pm, Thursday 6 June
Pig & Poultry: 4-5.30pm, Wednesday 12 June
Dairy: 12.30-2pm, Thursday 13 June
What to Expect
Participants will engage in discussions about the potential for alternative fuels in their specific sectors and explore what is needed to make hydrogen and other gas fuels more available and affordable, especially in areas without a grid connection.
Registration
To register for an online workshop, visit RASE Events.
Save the Date: Great Yorkshire Show
In addition to the online workshops, RASE and Cenex will be speaking at the Great Yorkshire Show on 11 July. They will join NFU Energy's Lisa Howkins in the session "Harvesting Tomorrow’s Energy: Transformative Tips for Farm Fuel Efficiency." This session will provide further insights into the future of farm fuel efficiency and sustainable energy solutions. Grab your ticket to the show here!