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Hydrogen Economic Regulatory Framework: developing an effective framework for pipeline networks
We’re seeking views on the economic regulatory market framework for 100% hydrogen pipeline networks, established under the Gas Act 1986.
Last fetched 03 May 2026 · gov.uk
Detail
This consultation sets out proposed changes to the economic regulatory framework to best suit the needs of 100% hydrogen pipeline networks, established under the Gas Act 1986. We are seeking:
- views on our proposed approach
- any further evidence to support decisions and subsequent implementation through legislation, licences, and codes
The economic regulatory framework is an important enabler for the low carbon hydrogen economy. Low carbon hydrogen can support the decarbonisation of dispatchable power, hard-to-electrify parts of the UK industrial sector and heavy transport, such as aviation and shipping.
The consultation is open to all, but of particular relevance to:
- hydrogen producers and users
- gas transporters and shippers
- storage operators
- project developers
- trade associations
- consumer champions
- academia
- policy think tanks
- prospective investors or investment bodies
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Documents
Hydrogen economic regulatory framework: developing an effective market framework for 100% hydrogen pipeline networksapplication/pdfHydrogen economic regulatory framework: developing an effective market framework for 100% hydrogen pipeline networks (accessible webpage)Hydrogen Economic Regulatory Framework: developing an effective framework for pipeline networks - government responseapplication/pdfHydrogen Economic Regulatory Framework: developing an effective framework for pipeline networks - government response (accessible webpage)