NewsSupport About Our Union Campaigns Contact My GMB Join UNION Search form Search HomeNews Hydrogen can save 100,000 jobs, GMB tells Keir Starmer 01 Dec 2021 Article By GMB Union @GMB_union Press Office 07958 156846 press.office@gmb.org.uk Member requiring help? Click to contact your local GMB Region info@gmb.org.uk Printable PDF GMB Union will today tell Keir Starmer that investing in hydrogen technology can save 100,000 gas jobs. The Labour leader alongside GMB General Secretary, Gary Smith is visiting the Rough gas storage facility in Yorkshire, which closed in 2017. Rough, the biggest gas storage plant in the UK, was mothballed despite dire warnings from GMB about the future of our energy security. [1] The visit comes as thousands of households have faced electrical power outages because of the impact of Storm Arwen on overhead cables and as the UK remains in the grip of a global energy crisis in part because of the lack of domestic storage. Gary Smith, GMB General Secretary, said: “Failing to replace the Rough storage facility when it closed was utter foolishness – as GMB was at pains to point out at the time. “Unfortunately, and predictably, our warnings fell on deaf ears. “We must not play fast and loose with our energy security again - but keeping our homes warm and hitting our net zero targets can go hand in hand. “Low and eventually zero carbon hydrogen and other green gases can already be safely blended into existing gas infrastructure - immediately reducing emissions. “A full national conversion programme could provide work for 100,000 people and - in light of Storm Arwen and the electricity power outages facing many parts of the UK - ensure communities can continue to weather the elements without the heating going off with the lights. “The Labour Party must acknowledge the immense possibilities of hydrogen for saving the planet, and for saving good jobs for workers in those in constituencies they hope to win.” 13 Mar 2019 Plans to ban gas heating in new homes must be put on hold This is another example of the demerger of economic and political questions and decision making Related News 01 Dec 2021 Hydrogen can save 100,000 jobs, GMB tells Keir Starmer GMB boss and Labour leader head to Rouch gas storage facility in Yorkshire 01 Dec 2021 Hydrogen can save 100,000 jobs, GMB tells Keir Starmer GMB boss and Labour leader head to Rouch gas storage facility in Yorkshire Power station stand-off 'risks blackouts' Prime minister must step in and put energy security ahead of market dogma 30 Nov 2021 Why is taxpayer footing bill for Bulb bailout? If the Government ignored industry offers to help without costs to the public it raises serious questions 29 Nov 2021 'No wonder energy bills top concern for working parents' Leaving customers at the mercy of turbulent global energy markets is unfair 25 Nov 2021 Make water companies legally responsible for dumped raw sewage Report shows more than 5,500 raw sewage spillages into coastal swimming waters in one year 25 Nov 2021 Oil and gas decommissioning must lead to UK jobs Rigs must not be towed halfway round the world to be broken up 17 Nov 2021 Rising inflation and lack of energy strategy means 'crushing' cost of living crisis Government inaction has left UK hostage to global fuel crisis, millions in fuel poverty and our national security under threat 26 Oct 2021 New nuclear: GMB welcomes funding announcement Our environment, our economy and our communities need new nuclear - the future and our net zero targets depend on it, says GMB Union 22 Oct 2021 Oil refinery issues highlight UK's precarious energy infrastructure We risk the same situation as financial crash with private owners banking profits whilst the public cover losses Join us and become a GMB member today. Join today! GMB Union About us How we work Statement on Modern Slavery Jobs Need support? Coronavirus advice Training and Learning Contact us Work issues Activity Latest news Campaigns Our networks Research & Policy Hub MyGMB Login Join the family Legal & Privacy Web accessibility tools GMB 2020, all rights reserved Terms and Conditions | Built by 89up By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing our use of cookies. Review our cookies policy for more information. Accept & Close