Transforming tradition,
powering the future
Helping West Dunbartonshire become cleaner and greener.
In April 2024, HyClyde Auchentoshan applied for Government funding through the Hydrogen Allocation Round 2 (HAR2) decarbonisation fund, managed by the Department of Energy Security and Net Zero (DESNZ). Unfortunately, HyClyde Auchentoshan was unsuccessful in its application to secure HAR2 funding, and as a result, the project will be discontinued. Whilst Suntory Global Spirits and Marubeni are disappointed in this outcome, we would like to thank our local community again for their input and feedback during our community consultation events, as well as members of the Community Councils and West Dunbartonshire Council. Looking to the future, Suntory Global Spirits remains firmly committed to its Proof Positive ambitions, including its aim to achieve Net Zero carbon emissions throughout its value chain by 2040, and Marubeni is exploring the opportunity to contribute to the decarbonisation of local industry and transport, supporting the UK’s net zero ambitions and fostering innovation in renewable energy.
Our story so far
Planning process and development of green hydrogen facility
Construction of facility
Operation of facility
The HyClyde Auchentoshan project will add an exciting new chapter to the story of distilling at Auchentoshan distillery.
Our Partners
Marubeni Europower is a leading investor in renewable energy, developing and operating power projects worldwide. Marubeni is committed to contributing to the transition towards a low-carbon society by delivering a mix of renewables projects, including green hydrogen.
A world leader in premium spirits, Suntory Global Spirits is the custodian of several Scotch whisky distilleries, including Auchentoshan. To achieve net zero emissions across its value chain by 2040, Suntory Global Spirits is investing in and implementing lower-carbon solutions across its operations.
