Safety in Storage
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- We have submitted modified plans for a proposed underground gas storage scheme at Preesall to the Planning Inspectorate (formerly the Infrastructure Planning Commission).
- This Project would play a key part in the future energy security of the UK and increase the country’s gas storage capacity by 20 per cent
- Safety is at the heart of
everything we do - We want to be a good neighbour and invest in Over Wyre and Fleetwood communities
- We are listening – we have amended our plans as a result of your feedback during our consultation
News
2 April 2012 - Incident At Redundant Borehole Drilling Shaft
22 March 2012 - Concluding Report into Brine Well Failure Published by Halite Energy
23 February 2012 - Halite energy shares next steps as underground gas storage plans move forward
Where are we now?
Written representations received by the Planning Inspectorate (formerly the Infrastructure Planning Commission) from interested parties in our proposed underground gas storage facility at Preesall, Lancashire have been published.
A total of 159 representations from a range of organisations and individuals were received following a 28 day registration period.
More about our application to the Planning Inspectorate
Why is increased gas storage necessary?
This Project would play a key part in the future energy security of the UK: gas storage is critical for the security of the UK’s energy supply and stability of pricing. It could help reduce the increase in gas prices for consumers and better prepare the UK for cold winters.
Our proposed facility would increase the UK’s gas storage capacity by 20 per cent.
Safety
Safety is paramount to Halite Energy.As part of our commitment to safety, we have undertaken a rigorous risk assessment which has looked at all areas of the Project.
Our experienced team is committed to ensuring the very highest levels of safety at the site and in the wider area.
More about safety