U.S. Senate Passes Reconciliation Bill with New 45V Commencement Construction Date | | |
Today, the U.S. Senate passed its version of the reconciliation legislation, the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB), by a vote of 50-50 with Vice President JD Vance providing the tiebreaking vote. The version of the OBBB which passed the upper chamber of Congress maintained updated text from this weekend that extended the commence construction date for the Section 45V Credit for Production of Clean Hydrogen to January 1, 2028.
This is a significant win for our sector and a major update compared to the previous versions of this bill which would have eliminated 45V at the end of this year. This effort would not have been a success without the strong support of all of our members and the mobilization of the broader industry.
In response to the passage of the bill through the Senate today, Frank Wolak, President & CEO of the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA), released the following statement:
“FCHEA is proud to have played a central role in helping restore the critical Section 45V hydrogen production tax credit. We commend our incredible Senate champions – particularly Senators Shelly Moore Capito and Bill Cassidy – for recognizing hydrogen’s unique potential to create jobs, drive investment, and strengthen our nation’s energy security. By working to restore these incentives and providing the U.S. hydrogen industry with the flexibility it needs to invest and grow, Congress is poised to send a clear signal that the United States is serious about competing in the global clean energy economy.
“Extending the commencement of construction date to January 2028 for the hydrogen production tax credit gives the industry an opportunity to advance a significant round of projects that will jump start the U.S. hydrogen market, including the crucial Regional Hydrogen Hubs.
“The extension reflects the efforts of FCHEA and the coordination of organizations from multiple energy sectors who came together to support a reasonable, commonsense policy solution. Completion will result in a victory for U.S. energy and manufacturing leadership.”
| | FCHEA Welcomes Quest One as Newest Member | |
FCHEA is excited to welcome Quest One North America as its newest member! Quest One develops cutting-edge PEM electrolyzers and stacks, including its industrial scale Modular Hydrogen Platform (MHP).
Click here for more information about Quest One.
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Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Industry Headlines | | Honda CR-V e:FCEV First-Ever Hydrogen Powered Pikes Peak Hill Climb Race Entry | |
On June 13, FCHEA Member Honda announced that the Honda CR‑V e:FCEV will be the first hydrogen-powered vehicle to compete at the iconic “Race to the Clouds” – The Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, sponsored by Gran Turismo and located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Prepped for competition by engineers at Honda of America Race Team (HART), Honda R&D Japan, and Honda Racing Corporation USA (HRC US), the CR‑V e:FCEV will take on the challenging 156-turn, 12.42-mile mountain course on June 22, driven by Pikes Peak class-winner, two-time Formula Drift champion, and HRC US driver Dai Yoshihara.
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Source: Honda
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| Ballard Announces 1.5 MW Fuel Cell Engine Order for Sierra Northern Railway | |
On June 5, FCHEA Member Ballard announced the signing of a new supply agreement with California-based rail operator Sierra Northern Railway for the supply of 1.5 MW of fuel cell engines, expected to be delivered in 2025. Ballard will supply 12 Ballard FCmove®-XD engines for Sierra Northern Railway to convert three of its diesel switching locomotives.
Click here for the full press release from Ballard.
| FuelCell Energy and NuScale Advance Clean Water and Hydrogen Production | |
On June 18, FCHEA Member FuelCell Energy and NuScale Power announced research programs aimed at advancing an integrated energy system that can provide both clean water and an energy-efficient means for hydrogen production.
NuScale's operations team, working with GSE Solutions and FuelCell Energy, developed and coupled a Solid Oxide Electrolysis model for hydrogen production and a fuel cell model for power production to its Main Control Room Simulator.
Click here for the full press release from NuScale.
| SwRI Advancing Fuel Cell Testing for More Efficient Hydrogen-Powered Vehicles | |
On June 23, FCHEA Member Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) announced it has developed new methods for evaluating the performance and efficiency of fuel cell technology in hydrogen-powered vehicles without the need for test tracks or dynamometers.
SwRI has created a novel controller system for hydrogen-powered vehicles that grants full authority over their fuel cell engines. Now, engineers can extract fuel cell stacks from a vehicle and rigorously test their reactions to both normal and extreme driving conditions without physically running the vehicle. These tests are driving the creation of algorithms to help ensure the performance and efficiency of these vehicles.
Click here for the full press release from SwRI.
| Quest One and MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure Collaborate to Optimize the Construction of Green Hydrogen Production | | |
On June 10, FCHEA Member Quest One and MasTec announced they have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a partnership to accelerate the development and deployment of green hydrogen solutions in North America. The non-exclusive strategic collaboration focuses on optimizing the construction of large-scale electrolysis projects. Through the partnership, Quest One and MasTec CE&I aim to collaborate on standardized and streamlined constructability concepts for industrial-scale proton exchange membrane (PEM) electrolysis plants to reduce overall project capital costs and risks.
Click here to read the full press release from Quest One.
| | Mitsubishi Power Announces Successful 50% Hydrogen Blend Testing with Georgia Power | |
On June 16, Georgia Power and FCHEA Member Mitsubishi Power have successfully completed a second trial blending hydrogen and natural gas fuels at both partial and full load on an M501GAC natural gas turbine at Georgia Power’s Plant McDonough-Atkinson in Smyrna, Georgia. The demonstration project is the first to validate 50% hydrogen fuel blending on an advanced class gas turbine, and the largest test of this kind in the world to date, with the 50% blend providing an approximately 22% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to 100% natural gas.
Click here to read the full press release from Mitsubishi Power.
| | BMW and DHL Freight Announce Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks in Test Operation | |
On June 6, DHL Freight, along with the BMW Group, an FCHEA member, announced it has put two trucks into real operation as part of the H2Haul project. Funded by the EU’s Clean Hydrogen Partnership, the H2Haul project is testing and researching hydrogen trucks with fuel cell drivetrains under realistic conditions. The project is intended to pave the way for the commercialization of fuel cell trucks in Europe.
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Source: BMW
Click here for the full press release from DHL Freight.
| | Topsoe and Purem by Eberspaecher Partner on Solid Oxide Electrolyzers | | |
On June 4, FCHEA Member Topsoe and Purem by Eberspaecher announced a partnership to produce and assemble key components for its high-efficiency Solid Oxide Electrolyzer (SOEC) technology, supporting green hydrogen production. The first SOEC pressure vessels, developed for large-scale manufacturing, were recently showcased at Purem’s Neunkirchen plant during a ceremony attended by Topsoe leadership and Saarland’s Minister of Economic Affairs in Germany.
Click here to read the full press release from Purem by Eberspaecher.
| | Toyota and Harvia Co-Develop Concept Model for Hydrogen Sauna | | |
On June 3, FCHEA Member Toyota and Harvia teamed up to produce a concept model for a hydrogen-powered sauna. The hydrogen sauna concept will be presented at the World Sauna Forum and during part of "Rally Finland" in Jyväskylä, Finland.
The concept model aims to capture the essence of traditional smoke sauna, known for their gentle and soothing heat. The hydrogen combustion heater channels flames and warm air through sauna stones, heating them evenly from all sides.
Click here for the full press release from Toyota.
| | TOYOTA GAZOO Racing unveils liquid hydrogen-fueled "GR LH2 Racing Concept" at Le Mans | | |
On June 11, TOYOTA GAZOO Racing unveiled the GR LH2 Racing Concept, a liquid hydrogen (LH2) fueled test car to advance the development of hydrogen technology in motorsports. It made its public debut at the Circuit de la Sarthe where it is being exhibited at the H2 Village, organized by the Automobile Club de l’Ouest, during the 93rd Le Mans 24 Hours.
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Source: Toyota
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| | Coalition to Assess HDF Energy’s HyPower Fuel Cell System to Utilize By-Product Hydrogen | | |
On June 18, PT HDF Energy Indonesia, a subsidiary of Hydrogène de France SA, announced it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with PT Krakatau Chandra Energi and PT Air Liquide Indonesia to jointly develop HyPower, HDF's hydrogen-to-power facility concept, utilizing hydrogen by-products from industrial operations. The collaboration will kick off with a feasibility study to assess the deployment of FCHEA Member HDF's HyPower multi-megawatt fuel cell power plants, designed to convert industrial excess hydrogen into reliable and low-emission electricity.
Click here for the full press release from HDF Energy.
| | Plug Power and Allied Green Expand Strategic Collaboration with New 2 GW Electrolyzer Deal in Uzbekistan | | |
On June 9, FCHEA Member Plug Power announced a significant expansion of its partnership with Allied Green Ammonia (AGA), with a new 2 gigawatt (GW) electrolyzer opportunity tied to a sustainable fuels project in Uzbekistan.
Plug’s electrolyzer technology has been selected as the foundation of a new $5.5 billion green chemical production facility in Uzbekistan that will produce sustainable aviation fuel, green urea, and green diesel and is backed by the Government of Uzbekistan.
Click here for the full press release from Plug.
| | Airbus and MTU Aero Engines Advance on Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology for Aviation | | |
On June 18, FCHEA Member Airbus and MTU Aero Engines announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to progress together on hydrogen fuel cell propulsion. The agreement sets out a three-step roadmap for the development of a hydrogen-powered fuel cell engine suitable for the commercial aviation market.
Click here for the full press release from Airbus.
| | Toyota Motor Europe to Debut Fuel Cell Trucks | | |
On June 18, Toyota Motor Europe and VDL Groep announced a collaboration to integrate Toyota’s fuel cell system into heavy-duty trucks. Following the first demonstration truck, Toyota has now deployed four more vehicles on its logistics routes across Belgium (Diest), France (Lille), Germany (Cologne), and the Netherlands (Rotterdam and Weesp).
Toyota has joined forces with its logistics providers - Vos Transport Group, CEVA Logistics, Groupe CAT, and Yusen Logistics - to introduce the zero tailpipe emission heavy duty trucks to its logistics operations. Toyota, together with these logistics providers, will continuously evaluate the performance of the fuel cell trucks in the daily operations of Toyota Parts Centre Europe, which processes more than 500,000 parts and accessories every day.
Click here for the full press release from Toyota.
| | BMW and Alvaro Barrington Celebrate Hydrogen Mobility at Art Basel in Basel 2025 | | |
On June 16, BMW celebrated 50 years of BMW Art Cars by inviting artist Alvaro Barrington to transform the BMW Hydrogen VIP car fleet into a moving artwork during Art Basel in Basel 2025. This marks the second year in a row that the BMW iX5 Hydrogen fleet has been in operation at the art fair.
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Source: BMW
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| | PowerCell Announces First Commercial Order for Hitachi Energy’s HyFlex System | | |
On June 27, FCHEA Member PowerCell announced it has received its first commercial order to supply hydrogen fuel cell systems for Hitachi Energy’s new Hyflex platform. This agreement includes the delivery of two Power-Generation System 225 units that will serve as the core energy source for the Hyflex, an integrated, plug-and-play hydrogen generator developed through the strategic collaboration between PowerCell and Hitachi Energy, initiated in 2021.
Click here for the full press release from PowerCell.
| | John Cockerill Hydrogen Finalizes a $135 Million Capital Increase | |
On June 25, FCHEA Member John Cockerill Hydrogen is continuing its expansion across Europe with the successful completion of the planned €116 million ($135 million) capital raise to support its strategic development.
In Europe, John Cockerill has started large-scale production of electrolyzers has started at its plants in Aspach, France, and Seraing, Belgium, for leading European clients. In India, John Cockerill Hydrogen is working with its partner AM Green to deliver electrolyzers for India’s largest green ammonia project.
Click here to read the full press release from John Cockerill.
| PowerCell’s Marine System 225 receives Type Approval from Lloyd’s Register | |
On June 23, PowerCell announced that its Marine System 225 has received Type Approval from Lloyd’s Register. The Marine System 225 is part of PowerCell’s scalable portfolio of fuel cell-based power solutions engineered specifically for demanding marine environments. Designed to provide 225 kW of clean and vibration-free power.
Click here for the full press release from PowerCell.
| PowerCell Expands Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Fuel Cell Adoption in China | |
On June 12, Powercell Group and FCHEA Member Bosch announced the deepening of its long-term collaboration through a series of initiatives aimed at accelerating the deployment of hydrogen fuel cell systems in mobility applications. Both companies are jointly evaluating further possibilities for market entries in stationary applications. Under the new framework, PowerCell will open access to Bosch for selected non-automotive customers in China, including those in the backup power, construction, and industrial mobility sectors.
Click here for the full press release from Powercell.
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Carbon Capture and Hydrogen
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MIT's 'crazy' fuel cell could power electric planes
New Atlas | 2 June 2025
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Gasworld | 3 June 2025
Tax credit repeal threatens 60,000 jobs in blue hydrogen: report
General Aviation News | 3 June 2025
URI taking part in international research to measure hydrogen emissions
The University of Rhode Island | 4 June 2025
Navitas and BrightLoop partners on next-gen hydrogen fuel-cell charging
Semiconductor Today | 4 June 2025
Army Awards Tech-Led Project $20M to Develop Aluminum Manufacturing for Hydrogen Energy Production
Georgia Tech | 5 June 2025
Drillers, unions urge US senators to preserve hydrogen credit
Reuters | 5 June 2025
US oil companies lobby Republicans to keep Joe Biden’s hydrogen tax credits
Financial Times | 5 June 2025
Senate considers a longer 45V phaseout
Axios | 5 June 2025
Fossil-fuel lobby groups join forces with green hydrogen sector in plea to US Senate to save 45V clean H2 tax credits
Hydrogen Insight | 6 June 2025
Groups call on Senate GOP to preserve hydrogen credit
Politico | 6 June 2025
Axios Generate Quote of the day: hydrogen lobbying edition
Axios | 6 June 2025
US industry urges Senate to extend hydrogen tax credit
Yieh | 9 June 2025
First Hydrogen Announces Strategic Collaboration with Renewable Thermal Laboratory at the University of Alberta to Advance Nuclear SMR Technology
Nasdaq | 9 June 2025
Hydrogen Tax Credit Rescue ‘On the Table,’ GOP Senator Says
Bloomberg | 10 June 2025
BMW fuel cell car due in 2028
Business Car | 10 June 2025
Senate Decision Could Affect Billions in Hydrogen Deals
Transport Topics | 10 June 2025
Post-ACT Expo Recap: Renewable Innovations Drives the Hydrogen Future Forward
Renewable Innovations | 11 June 2025
SEAS master's students explore green hydrogen applications in India
University of Michigan | 11 June 2025
Hilco Streambank Seeks Offers for Nikola IP: Hydrogen Fuel Cell & EV Technologies International Patent Portfolio, Software, Data, & Brand Assets
Moringstar | 11 June 2025
Chinese government launches giant hydrogen pilot programme to scale up production, infrastructure and end-use
Hydrogen Insight | 12 June 2025
Clean hydrogen tax credits still 'on the table' in Senate talks on US budget bill: report
Hydrogen Insight | 12 June 2025
Energy source emits water instead of greenhouse gases — and Michigan may be a hub for it
Detriot Free Press | 13 June 2025
Hydrogen Tax Credit Rescue ‘On the Table,’ GOP Senator Says
Biofuels Digest | 15 June 2025
World's first hydrogen-powered bulk carriers ordered, with green H2 supply already lined up
Hydrogen Insight | 16 June 2025
Statement on Senate Finance Committee’s Reconciliation Bill Text on behalf of Frank Wolak, President & CEO of the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA):
FCHEA | 17 June 2025
Trump tax bill risks exodus of clean hydrogen investment
Reuters | 17 June 2025
Senate Republicans look to ease cuts to solar, hydrogen credits
Politico | 17 June 2025
Hydrogen hit hardest by GOP green rollback
Axios | 18 June 2025
‘Still time to get this right’: FCHEA urges Congress to correct course on hydrogen tax credit
H2 View | 18 June 2025
The billion-dollar US green hydrogen boom ended before it ever began
Canary Media | 18 June 2025
HD Hyundai Accelerates Entry into European Market with Fuel Cell Technology for Cruise Ships
HD | 19 June 2025
Honeywell going ‘full speed ahead’ to deliver NEWBORN fuel cell project
Flight Global | 19 June 2025
The seven US regional hydrogen hubs issue joint plea to Senate to save 45V tax credit
Hydrogen Insight | 20 June 2025
The U.S. Gave Up Its Lead in Clean Energy Sectors Before. It Might Be Doing It Again.
The Wall Street Journal | 20 June 2025
thyssenkrupp nucera Signs an Agreement to Acquire Key Technology Assets from Green Hydrogen Systems
thyssenkrupp nucera | 20 June 2025
Hydrogen tax credit fight pits Republicans against oil and gas industry
Straight Arrow News | 20 June 2025
Hydrogen tax credit fight not over yet in US, insists FCHEA chief
H2 View | 23 June 2025
Republican moves threaten US fossil fuel industry
E & E News |23 June 2025
Hyundai details $6B steel mill in Louisiana, commitment to 'hydrogen economy'
MSN | 24 June 2025
Partners target 2028 for Norway green hydrogen facility launch
Gasworld | 24 June 2025
Namibia wants to build the world’s first hydrogen economy
MIT Technology Review | 24 June 2025
Oil-Eating Microbes Offer Tantalizing Clean Hydrogen Solution
Bloomberg | 24 June 2025
“Hydrogen Just Got Cheaper Than Ever”: New Solar Reactor Breakthrough Crushes Electrolysis Costs and Redefines Clean Energy Production
Sustainability Times | 26 June 2025
Hydrogen factsheet: compression, storage, and distribution of gaseous hydrogen
Scottish Entreprise | 26 June 2025
The hydrogen sector playbook for saving 45V
Latitude Media | 26 June 2026
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