Testing and validating underground hydrogen storage components

Deadline

Funding

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Deadline

13 January 2027

Location

England

Applications

Deadline: 13 January 2027

Overview

UKRI is offering up to £5 million for collaborative research into underground hydrogen storage. The funding supports testing and validating technologies needed for safe, reliable, and cost-effective hydrogen storage underground. UK registered organisations can apply. The deadline to apply is 13 January 2027.

Requirements to check

Who can apply:

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Key requirements:

  • Must be a UK registered organisation
  • Must apply as part of a collaborative programme

This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.

Who is this for?

This funding is for UK registered organisations working on hydrogen storage technology, such as research bodies, engineering firms, or energy companies. You must be part of a collaborative project with other organisations. It is not for sole traders or individuals working alone.

Regions

No published award history for UKRI. Some funders do not publish their grants data.

Full details from UKRI

UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £5 million for a collaborative programme to accelerate the development and validation of critical technologies needed for the safe, reliable and cost effective use of underground hydrogen storage.

How to apply

UK registered organisations can apply through the UKRI funding portal. This is a collaborative programme, so you will need to apply as part of a partnership with other organisations. Check the UKRI website for full application guidance and any expression of interest requirements.

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Last updated: 26 October 2026