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wienerberger fires up funding for hydrogen brick kiln

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Global brick giant wienerberger UK & Ireland will operate the world’s first commercial‑scale hydrogen‑fired brick plant, at its brickworks in Denton, Greater Manchester, having secured government-backed funding for the landmark project. The funding, via the UK Government’s Industrial Energy Transformation Fund (IEFT), will part‑support a £6 million conversion programme that …

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Forterra’s hydrogen plans gain pipeline boost

Forterra’s hydrogen plans gain pipeline boost

Forterra’s work to decarbonise brickmaking is set to enter a new phase, as plans for the East Coast Hydrogen Pipeline — set to pass near the manufacturer’s Kirton brickworks — pave the way for an expansion of its hydrogen-fuel trials beyond its Measham factory. The infrastructure boost comes after two …

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