OFCHC Global Spotlight March 20, 2026 | | |
OFCHC ANNOUNCEMENT!
Welcome to our new Executive Director, Jing Lyon
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Jing brings a rare combination of technical depth, organizational leadership, and entrepreneurial experience to her role as Executive Director of the Ohio Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Coalition. With a background spanning clean energy, startup ecosystems, and nonprofit management, she is focused on strengthening the Coalition's voice, deepening its value to members, and positioning Ohio as a leader in the hydrogen and fuel cell economy. Read her full bio here.
The OFCHC extends it gratitude to Bill Whittenberger for his leadership and belief in the OFCHC over the past two years. Bill will remain the Special Assistant to the Exec. Director in the days to come, to ensure a smooth transition and help Jing make forward progress in positioning the OFCHC for a strong future.
Read her full bio here
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| | OFCHC UPCOMING EVENTS UPDATE | | |
Thank You for Joining Us
Thank you to everyone who joined our Lunch & Learn on March 18 featuring Dr. Anil Singh Bika PHD on building a hydrogen workforce pipeline.
Just Added! New Lunch and Learn Webinar 6/17/26
Geologic Hydrogen with Dr. Thomas Darrah
CTO and Founder of Koloma
More details to follow
Stay tuned for more upcoming OFCHC events.
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Upcoming Lunch and Learn – April 15, 2026
Presentation Title:- Hydrogen — Where Local Meets Global
With Prof. David Hart, PhD
From OFCHC Chairman, Scott Swartz, PhD: "I am thrilled to invite you to our exclusive webinar, hosted by the OFCHC, featuring one of the world’s foremost authorities on hydrogen energy, Professor David Hart, PhD. In a career spanning over 30 years, Prof. Hart has advised government, corporate leaders, and investors worldwide on everything from supply chain analysis to business policy.
This is a rare opportunity to gain insights from a leader who has seen the industry evolve from its infancy to the global powerhouse it is becoming today. I am acquainted with Prof. Hart and know he will deliver high-quality content. I encourage you to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity."
April 15, 2026
12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
Live Virtual Event (Zoom)
More Info
$25 For non Members | Free for Members
| | | Save The Date - May 20, 2026 | | | | |
Dayton Hydrogen Industry Field Day
Live and in-person with MRE and Plug Power
Join us in Dayton for a live, in-person hydrogen industry field day featuring MRE and Plug Power. Attendees will gain insight into regional hydrogen deployment efforts, industry applications, and connect directly with leaders advancing hydrogen solutions in Ohio.
📍 Dayton, Ohio
🗓 May 20, 2026 10 AM - 3 PM -
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Plug Power (PLUG) Eyes Big Hydrogen Electricity Auction
Guru Focus | March 09, 2026
Plug Power PLUG is positioning itself to bid for up to 250 MW of hydrogen-based electricity in a special auction by PJM Interconnection. The company is actively engaging with data center operators and utilities for long-term contracts. Plug Power is undergoing a leadership transition with new CEO Jose Luis Crespo and aims to achieve positive EBITDA this year.
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Bosch commissions its new Michigan electrolyzer and boosts scalable hydrogen economy with cryopump breakthrough
Bosch| March 17, 2026
Hydrogen Technology Day at Bosch’s Farmington Hills campus highlights the launch of Bosch’s new electrolyzer facility to produce hydrogen. Peter Tadros: “At Bosch, we are committed to helping build the hydrogen economy, and we are prepared to support its growth at whatever pace it advances.” The next-generation cryopump from Bosch Rexroth is designed to be efficient and reliable, helping drive down costs for hydrogen refueling infrastructure.
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Hyundai Motor Group’s HTWO Hydrogen Brand Debuts in Japan at H2&FC EXPO
HMG Newsroom | March 17,2026
HTWO, Hyundai Motor Group’s hydrogen brand and business platform, makes its Japan debut at H2&FC EXPO. The Group showcases comprehensive hydrogen technologies across the entire value chain, from production to utilization. Japan-spec model of the all-new NEXO on display, with test drives available for registered participants
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Toyota and Chiyoda Set to Revolutionize Hydrogen Production with New 5MW Electrolysers
Advance H2 | March, 17 2026
Toyota plans to mass-produce 5MW PEM electrolysers by 2029. The technology is developed in collaboration with Chiyoda, enhancing hydrogen production. This initiative aims to support the shift towards sustainable energy. The new electrolysers will play a key role in large-scale hydrogen production.
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Beyond Aero Concludes Hydrogen Aircraft Design Review
AV web | March 17, 2026
Beyond Aero said on Tuesday that preliminary design review for its hydrogen-electric business aircraft concept has concluded, allowing the program to progress to detailed engineering and validation planning.
The company said the milestone confirms the integration of major systems, including hydrogen storage, electric propulsion and thermal management, into an architecture intended to meet certification requirements under EASA CS-25 and FAA Part 25 standards. According to Beyond Aero, the aircraft is being developed from the outset under transport-category certification criteria typically applied to commercial.
airliners.
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The Korea Gas Safety Corporation is focusing its efforts on laying the foundation for the hydrogen economy by building a hydrogen safety infrastructure.
Maeil Business Newsroom| March 18, 2026
The government laid the foundation for the hydrogen economy by announcing the 'Roadmap to Revitalize the Hydrogen Economy' in 2019 and enacting the 'Hydrogen Economy Promotion and Hydrogen Safety Management Act' for the first time in the world in 2020. Since then, the 'Hydrogen Safety Management Comprehensive Measures' have been promoted to ensure the safety and industrial development of the hydrogen industry at the same time, and the Korea Gas Safety Corporation has been designated as an agency dedicated to hydrogen safety management under the Hydrogen Act and has played a key role in implementing the policy.
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National Hydrogen Network Takes Major Step Forward as Plans Unveiled
Fuel Cells News| March 18, 2026
National Gas sets out plans for more than 300 miles of hydrogen pipeline on the East Coast of England, the first phase of a national hydrogen network for Great Britain.
In a major step forward for Britain’s hydrogen ambitions, National Gas, the nation’s gas network operator, has unveiled plans for the first phase of the proposed national hydrogen network – Project Union: East Coast.
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KBR : to set global benchmarks for liquid hydrogen engineering on EcoLog’s Amsterdam terminal.
MarketScreener| March 19, 2026
KBR has been selected to deliver the Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for the groundbreaking EcoLog Terminal in Amsterdam, the world's first commercial-scale facility designed to import liquid hydrogen (LH₂) and export liquid CO₂ (LCO₂). The terminal, now under development in the Port of Amsterdam, represents a major step forward in building global-scald hydrogen and carbon management infrastructure.
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South Australia to host HAMR Energy’s methanol-to-jet fuel facilityv
The Digest| March 09, 2026
In Australia, local low carbon liquid fuels (LCLF) company HAMR Energy announced that its $494-564 million sustainable aviation fuel production facility will be located in South Australia after receiving backing from the State Government.
The company noted that the project will be the first-of-its kind in Australia, utilizing global engineering firm Honeywell’s technology and site selection is a key part of HAMR Energy’s strategy to produce SAF.
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BWL Signed NDAs with Deep Green and Fuel Cell Firm in January
FCW| March 16, 2026
The top legal official with the Lansing Board of Water & Light signed a nondisclosure agreement with two companies involved in the proposed Lansing data center project just days after officials disclosed that on-site natural gas fuels cells would be part of the development.
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