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Oct 2019
Gas Distribution
Hydrogen Gas Detection Instrument
Reference:
NIA_SGN0156
Status:
Live
Start Date:
Oct 2019
End Date:
Apr 2021
Funding Licencee(s):
SGN
Contact:
Mark Wheeldon
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Funding Mechanism
Network Innovation Allowance
Research Area:
GD - Future of gas
Core Technology(ies):
Carbon Emission Reduction Technologies
Estimated Expenditure:
£158,000.00
Introduction:
The UK Government’s target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80% of 1990 levels by 2050 requires the gas networks to explore alternative options for heat. Hydrogen has become an attractive alternative to natural gas because it does not emit carbon when combusted.
SGN are involved in a number of research and development projects associated with hydrogen ranging from transmission down to low pressure distribution. Before we can demonstrate that these hydrogen projects are viable, a leak detection instrument that can detect hydrogen at the same levels natural gas is required. The leak detection instrument is a critical safety feature to managing and operating a gas network.
Objectives:
The objectives of this project are to
· Investigate sensor technologies that will detect hydrogen.
· Develop test and certify the prototype detector against relevant standards
· Produce user documentation and training guide for the gas detection instrument
· Further test the gas detection instrument in a field trail