Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is carrying out essential work to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers in Darlington.  

The ageing metal pipework is now being replaced by new, more durable, plastic pipes to ensure a safe and reliable supply of gas to customers now, while getting the network ready for the future.   

 The work on Barton Street will start on 22nd of July and is expected to last for two weeks. It has been planned in collaboration with Darlington Borough Council.  

So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the public, some traffic management measures will be put in place.  

 As of the 22nd of July, we will have temporary two-way traffic lights southbound on Barton Street between the junction of Allan Street and the roundabout of Haughton Road. These will be in place for the duration of our work.  

 Jack Hepplewhite, Site Manager for Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused during these essential works. However, it is vital we complete them in order to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply to the residents of Darlington.” 

 For further information about the work please contact NGN’s Customer Care Team on 0800 040 7766 or email: customercare@northerngas.co.uk.   

 Anyone that smells gas or suspects carbon monoxide should call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999. This line is in operation 24-hours a day, seven days a week.  

Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is carrying out essential work to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers in Middlesbrough.  

The ageing metal pipework is now being replaced by new, more durable, plastic pipes to ensure a safe and reliable supply of gas to customers now, while getting the network ready for the future.   

 The work on Acklam Road will start on 25th July and is expected to last for four weeks. This has been planned in collaboration with Middlesbrough Council.  

So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the public, some traffic management measures will be put in place.  

 As of the 25th July, we will have a lane closure on Acklam Road northbound from the junction of Trimdon Avenue to Mandale Road, this will be in place for approximately four weeks. Please allow extra time for your journey.

Jack Hepplewhite, Site Manager for Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused during these essential works. However, it is vital we complete them in order to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply to the residents of Middlesbrough.”  

 For further information about the work please contact NGN’s Customer Care Team on 0800 040 7766 or email: customercare@northerngas.co.uk.   

Anyone that smells gas or suspects carbon monoxide should call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999. This line is in operation 24-hours a day, seven days a week.  

Northern Gas Networks (NGN), the gas distributor for the North of England, is carrying out essential work to ensure the continued safe and reliable supply of gas to customers in Darlington.  

The ageing metal pipework is now being replaced by new, more durable, plastic pipes to ensure a safe and reliable supply of gas to customers now, while getting the network ready for the future.   

Major gas mains replacement work will be starting in and around Darlington Town Centre on the 24th July and lasting for approximately 15 weeks. This has been planned in collaboration with Darlington Borough Council. 

So that engineers can carry out the work safely and efficiently, and to protect the public, some traffic management measures will be put in place.  

 As of the 24th July our work will be starting on John Street with multi way lights at the junction of Valley Street North for approximately three weeks. We will then be moving on to Russell Street for approximately two weeks with multi way lights at the junction of Valley Street North. Following this we will be moving to Northgate roundabout for approximately three weeks with a lane closure around the roundabout. As of the 18th September we will be working on Crown Street for approximately two weeks with a junction closure on to Quebec Street.  Please allow extra time for your journey 

Jack Hepplewhite, Site Manager for Northern Gas Networks, said: “We would like to apologise in advance for any inconvenience caused during these essential works. However, it is vital we complete them in order to continue to maintain a safe and reliable gas supply to the residents of Darlington.”  

For further information about the work please contact NGN’s Customer Care Team on 0800 040 7766 or email: customercare@northerngas.co.uk.   

Anyone that smells gas or suspects carbon monoxide should call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999. This line is in operation 24-hours a day, seven days a week.  

Christopher Reed, Operations Manager at NGN said: “We began work in the Tadman Street area of Wakefield in collaboration with Wakefield Council on the 2^nd of June, advising that it will take approximately 10 weeks to complete.

“Unfortunately, we are currently behind on our works due to pressure problems on Calder Vale Road which has required time and resources to remedy the situation. We believe however, that we have now sorted out the pressure issues and we can begin carrying out the essential work we had scheduled to commence in June.

“We apologise for any inconvenience caused; we will be working hard to ensure the works are completed as quickly as possible with safety however being our first priority.”

Anyone that smells gas or suspects carbon monoxide should call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999. This line is in operation 24-hours a day, seven days a week.

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Andrew Coates, Site Manager at Northern Gas Networks (NGN) said: “I can confirm that we are dealing with some emergency gas works to an inside lane closure on the A19, and slip road closure off Abingdon Way Boldon on to the A19.

“We have a road closure in place on the inside Lane to allow excavation works to take place while allowing drivers to pass safely.

“At this moment, we cannot give a timescale of how long it will take to resolve the problem. Please be assured however we are working as quickly and as safely as possible.”

Anyone that smells gas or suspects carbon monoxide should call the National Gas Emergency Service immediately on 0800 111 999. This line is in operation 24-hours a day, seven days a week.

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Work begins on Redcar and Cleveland College Eco House to show possibilities for the future of household energy

• The Sir William Turner Eco House will open on the Redcar and Cleveland College site.
• The Eco House demonstrates the potential of hydrogen energy to support government ambitions to tackle climate change by achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050.
• It will provide the public with a glimpse into a potential home of the future fuelled by cleaner energy.

Visitors will soon be able to get a first-hand look into tomorrow’s world, but chances are it might not be as dramatic as you think.

Gas distributor Northern Gas Networks (NGN) is partnering with Redcar and Cleveland College to showcase what hydrogen in homes in place of natural gas could really look like.

The college’s Sir William Turner Eco House will be heated by a hydrogen boiler and retrofitted with a hydrogen hob, oven and fire. Residents and visitors are invited to come and see the appliances being demonstrated.

Fergal O’Donovan, NGN Hydrogen Programme Manager said: “We’re really pleased to be partnering with Redcar and Cleveland College to introduce hydrogen technology to an existing home for residents in Redcar. It will mean they can visit and get a feel for the reality of a hydrogen enabled home.

“We’ve been liaising and engaging with the local community so it’s exciting to be able to demonstrate how hydrogen will work in a realistic home setting.”

The transformation of the Eco House is the latest step in preparation for the Redcar Hydrogen Community Project, which, if approved by government, will see NGN supply greener energy, instead of natural gas, to approximately 2,000 homes and businesses in parts of Redcar including Coatham, Warrenby and an area of Kirkleatham.

A decision about whether the investment is awarded to Redcar is expected later this year, with the conversion of the gas network to 100% hydrogen expected to take place in 2025. The project will operate for around two years.

As well as providing Redcar residents with a place to see hydrogen operating in a home setting, the house will provide the college with training opportunities, for those looking to specialise in green skills needed for the future.

The Eco House comes off the back of the launch of Redcar and Cleveland College’s £3.2m Clean Energy Education Hub, a training facility purpose-built to meet the real training demands of the area’s emerging clean energy and low carbon sector.

Situated in the proposed catchment area, if the pilot goes ahead, the college will become the first college in the UK to use 100% hydrogen.

College principal Jason Faulkner said: “The college is perfectly placed to meet the training needs of the green hub that is emerging around us. We are working with industry leaders to help ensure local people get to benefit from the opportunities on their doorstep.

“The Sir William Turner Eco House, situated on the college site, has long been ahead of its time, operating as a training space for students to learn about the latest emerging green technologies in a home setting, from the likes of solar panels to air source heat pumps and rainwater harvesting.

“As we move towards alternate energy sources, for us as a college, it makes sense to continue to lead the way when it comes to cleaner, greener ways of living.”

Work is expected to be completed and the Eco House open later in the summer.

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Background

• Unlike the natural gas we use today, hydrogen doesn’t create carbon dioxide when it’s burned. The government has committed the UK to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 so the Redcar Hydrogen Community is a government initiative of national importance, providing vital evidence about the suitability of using hydrogen for heating and cooking in homes and businesses.
• For more information you can visit redcarhydrogencommunity.co.uk or you can visit our dedicated Hydrogen Hub on Redcar high street, open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm.