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OFCHC Global Spotlight January 23, 2026

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OFCHC Lunch & Learn Series – Stay Connected & Informed

The Ohio Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Coalition continues its Lunch & Learn series, offering members and stakeholders opportunities to hear directly from industry experts on hydrogen and fuel cell technologies, applications, and market developments. These informal sessions are designed to encourage knowledge-sharing, collaboration, and discussion across industry, academia, and government.

Look for both in-person and Zoom Webinars in 2026!

📅 Upcoming sessions and registration details will be shared soon.

University of Delaware Launches New Master’s in Electrochemical Engineering

The University of Delaware has launched the nation’s first Master’s degree in Electrochemical Engineering, preparing students for careers in hydrogen, fuel cells, batteries, and clean energy technologies.

The interdisciplinary program combines advanced coursework, hands-on training, and industry collaboration to develop the next generation of engineers supporting the clean energy transition.

Click Here for More Info

In the News

Court says US DOE acted unconstitutionally in clean energy funding cuts

Gas World | Jan 15, 2026

The US Department of Energy (DOE) acted unconstitutionally when it axed $7.5bn worth of clean-energy funding, including grants linked to two West Coast hydrogen hubs, a federal court has ruled.

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ELQ Secures €86M Contract for Full-Scale RFNBO Green Hydrogen Plant in Poland

Fuel Cells Works | Jan 22, 2026

ELQ S.A. selected as EPC contractor for 21MW green hydrogen project in Gaj Oławski, Poland, with €123m in total financing including state subsidy.

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European Energy A/S and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. secure green-financing bridge facility for Kassø e-methanol facility

European Energy | Jan 20, 2026

European Energy A/S and Mitsui & Co., Ltd. have secured a green-financing bridge facility for their joint venture developing the solar park and e-methanol plant in Kassø, formally known as Solar Park Kassø (SPK).

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Dongguk University Develops a New Way to Produce Cheaper, More Efficient Green Hydrogen

PR Newswire| Jan 20, 2026

Among clean energy sources, hydrogen (H2) has emerged as the preferred energy carrier, boasting a high calorific value and net zero carbon emissions.

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Major Project for Hydrogen Production in Västernorrland and Western Sweden

Fuel Cells Works| Jan 22, 2026

High Coast to West Coast Hydrogen Valley is a new EU-funded project aimed at developing regional value chains for renewable hydrogen in Västernorrland and Western Sweden. The project contributes to the implementation of the EU Hydrogen Strategy and supports the transition towards a climate-neutral, competitive, resilient, and energy-independent Europeen economy, during the event.

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SEOULTECH researchers reveal strong public support for hydrogen fuel cell trucks

EurekAlert| Jan 20, 2026

Governments worldwide are increasingly adopting policies to reduce carbon dioxide emissions in response to the growing environmental challenges posed by climate change.

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UK Government to boost aviation R&D with £43m green fund

ATI| Jan 21, 2026

The UK Government has announced £43 million (US$58 million) in funding for green aviation R& projects aimed at achieving net zero aviation by 2050.

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EWE commissions ReiCat to supply hydrogen purification systems for 320 MW electrolyzer in Emden

Hydrogen Central | Jan 23, 2026

EWE commissions ReiCat to supply hydrogen purification systems for 320 MW electrolyzer in Emden. The gas purification specialist ReiCat has been awarded the contract to supply hydrogen purification systems for the large-scale electrolyzer of the energy company EWE.

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UK, Turkey Sign Cooperation Protocol to Develop Hydrogen Fuel Cell Train

SteelRadar | Nov 13, 2025

Minister of Transport and Infrastructure Abdulkadir Uraloğlu announced that a cooperation protocol has been signed between Türkiye and the United Kingdom under the hydrogen powered train development project.

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ST. FRANCIS XAVIER UNIVERSITY Building towards a cleaner future: light driven green hydrogen production

GRN | Jan 21, 2026

Dr. Geniece Hallett-Tapley and Dr. Erwan Bertin, pictured here, have focused their collective research interests on developing a novel route for green hydrogen evolution

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Fuel Cell and Hydrogen News:

Thor Energy Secures A$2.25m From Molyhil Asset Sale to Fund Hydrogen and Copper Ambitions

High Coast to West Coast: Sweden launches pioneering hydrogen valley project

Bottleneck in hydrogen distribution jeopardizes billions in clean energy

Hydrogen Council announces new Board composition; welcomes Baker Hughes

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