May 2023

FCHEA Update

FCHEA Joins More Than 50 Organizations to Call on the Treasury Department to Implement 45V Tax Credits Without Additionality Requirements

On May 4, FCHEA, along with 54 companies and organizations across the hydrogen landscape, sent a letter to the U.S. Department of Treasury urging that the lifecycle analysis calculation for clean hydrogen include the use of market-based mechanisms such as renewable energy credits (RECs), power purchase agreements (PPAs) or energy attribute certificates (EACs), without any additionality restrictions.

Click here to read the full press release.

Click here to read the full letter.

FCHEA Releases Fact Sheet on EPA Power Plant Rule

On May 17, FCHEA released a fact sheet on the recent EPA proposed standards for new and existing coal and natural gas-fired power plants. For the first time, natural gas units will be allowed to co-fire low-greenhouse gas hydrogen to meet new emissions requirements.

Click here to read the full fact sheet.

FCHEA Welcomes AGC Chemicals Americas!

FCHEA is excited to welcome AGC Chemicals Americas as our newest Supporting Member! AGC Chemicals Americas, Inc. is a global subsidiary of AGC Inc., a multinational corporation and a leading producer of fluorochemical technologies, compounds, and specialty materials. AGC supports the hydrogen industry by providing FORBLUE ™ products, including membranes and ionomer dispersions.

Click here to learn more about AGC Chemicals Americas.

Nel Plans Gigafactory in Michigan

On May 3, FCHEA member Nel announced its plans to build a new $400 million automated gigawatt electrolyzer manufacturing facility in Michigan. When fully developed, the facility will employ more than 500 people and be among the largest electrolyzer manufacturing plants in the world. The announcement was made at the SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington with Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, and the Governor of Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer.

Nel CEO Håkon Volldal with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer (Source: Nel)

Click here for the full press release from Nel.

Electric Hydrogen Announces Gigafactory in Massachusetts to Enable Ultra Low-Cost Green Hydrogen Production

On May 4, FCHEA member Electric Hydrogen announced the location of its first factory in Devens, Massachusetts. The company has leased a newly constructed 187,000 square foot facility and is now hiring production team members. The Devens factory will have an annual manufacturing capacity of 1.2GW with production of Electric Hydrogen’s 100MW green hydrogen electrolyzers commencing in the first quarter of 2024.

Click here for the full press release from Business Wire.

Alaska Airlines and ZeroAvia Developing World’s Largest Zero-Emission Aircraft

On May 1, at an event held at FCHEA member ZeroAvia’s Paine Field research and development site, Alaska Airlines presented a 76 seat Bombardier Q400 regional turboprop to ZeroAvia that will be retrofitted with a hydrogen-electric propulsion system.

Alaska Airlines Bombardier Q400 Regional Turboprop (Source: ZeroAvia)

ZeroAvia also debuted its breakthrough multi-megawatt modular electric motor system HyperCore in a 1.8MW prototype configuration at the event – demonstrated with a propeller spin aboard the ZeroAvia’s 15-ton HyperTruck ground-test rig.

Click here for the full press release from ZeroAvia.

Accelera Starts Operations for Electrolyzer Production in Minnesota

On May 19, “Accelera ™ by Cummins, the zero-emissions business segment of FCHEA member Cummins, announced the start of operations for electrolyzer production at its Fridley, Minnesota plant. The ribbon-cutting event was attended by federal, state and local officials, including U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, Minnesota State Senator Mary Kunesh, Minnesota State Representative Erin Koegel, and City of Fridley Mayor Scott Lund. The event follows the recent visit by President Biden in April.

Accelera Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Source: (Accelera)

At the event, Accelera shared that since the passing of the U.S. Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act, the business has received committed orders for nearly 300 megawatts (MW) of electrolyzer projects in North America. In total, these projects will produce approximately 150 tons of hydrogen per day once commissioned by the end of 2026. 

Click here for the full press release from Accelera.

Bloom Energy Demonstrates Hydrogen Production with the World’s Largest and Most Efficient Solid Oxide Electrolyzer

On May 3, FCHEA member Bloom Energy announced it has begun generating hydrogen from what the company claims is the world’s largest solid oxide electrolyzer installation, located at NASA’s Ames Research Center in Mountain View, California. The 4 MW electrolyzer system was built, installed, and operating in a span of two months. 

4 MW Bloom Electrolyzer (Source: Bloom)

Click here for the full press release from Bloom Energy.

Honeywell Introduces Technology for New Class of Sustainable Aviation Fuel

On May 10, FCHEA member Honeywell announced its new "UOP eFining" technology, a solution for producing low carbon sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). HIF Global, an electrofuels (eFuels) company, intends to deploy the new technology to produce eSAF at its second U.S. eFuels facility. HIF expects to deploy the solution at its second commercial-scale eFuels facility in the U.S. The HIF eSAF project is expected to be the world's largest eSAF facility, recycling approximately 2 million tons of captured CO2 to make approximately 11,000 barrels per day of eSAF by 2030.

Click here for the full press release from Honeywell.

Natilus Selects ZeroAvia ZA600 Hydrogen-Electric Engines for Zero-Emission Propulsion

On May 25, ZeroAvia announced a strategic partnership with Natilus to jointly develop hydrogen-electric engines for the Natilus Kona cargo aircraft. ZeroAvia’s ZA600 will be the sole hydrogen-electric propulsion source offered for the novel Kona short-haul feeder UAV, with the partnership focused on delivering zero-emission and lower cost operations.

Natilus Kona, with ZeroAvia ZA600 hydrogen-electric engine (Source: ZeroAvia)

Click here for the full press release from ZeroAvia.

Nikola Announces Order for 50 Tre FCEVs from AJR Trucking

On May 2, FCHEA member Nikola announced the execution of a purchase order for 50 Tre hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks from AJR Trucking, a leading carrier for the United States Postal Service and a major drayage carrier operating in the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach.

Nikola, and its Southern California dealer, Tom’s Truck Centers, will support AJR Trucking in securing its voucher application to CARB’s Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project program with the expectation of receiving $270,000 per FCEV in point-of-sale incentives. An additional $40,000 in federal tax credits is expected from the Inflation Reduction Act.

Click here for the full press release from Nikola.

FuelCell Energy and Chart Industries to Collaborate on Decarbonization and Hydrogen Technologies

On May 22, FCHEA members FuelCell Energy and Chart Industries announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop opportunities to combine the companies’ complementary strengths in delivering carbon dioxide capture for use or sequestration, as well as generation and storage of gaseous or liquified hydrogen.

Click here for the full press release from FuelCell Energy.

Toyota and PACCAR Expand Hydrogen Fuel Cell Truck Collaboration to Include Commercialization

On May 2, FCHEA member Toyota and PACCAR announced an expansion of their joint efforts to develop and produce zero emissions, hydrogen fuel cell Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks powered by Toyota’s next-generation hydrogen fuel cell modules. The expanded agreement supports ongoing development and commercialized zero-emission versions of the Kenworth T680 and Peterbilt 579 models featuring Toyota’s hydrogen fuel cell powertrain kit, with initial customer deliveries planned for 2024.

Click here for the full press release from Toyota.

Plug Unveils New High-Power Stationary Fuel Cell System for Charging Commercial Electric Vehicle Fleets

On May 1, FCHEA member Plug announced a new high-power stationary fuel cell system for charging commercial electric vehicle (EV) fleets. Plug’s standard 18,000-gallon liquid hydrogen tank combined with its new megawatt-scale PEM fuel cell solution can provide over 60 megawatt hours (MWh) of instantaneous energy – enough to charge more than 600 EVs.

Click here for the full press release from Plug.

Hyundai Motor Premieres Commercialized Model of Its XCIENT Fuel Cell Tractor

On May 2, FCHEA member Hyundai Motor premiered its new XCIENT Fuel Cell tractor, the commercialized class 8 fuel cell electric model, for the North American commercial vehicle market at the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo. The new model is equipped with two 90 kW hydrogen fuel cell systems (total 180 kW power) and a 350 kW e-motor.  

Hyundai Motor Premieres Commercialized Model of Its XCIENT Fuel Cell Tractor at ACT Expo in Anaheim (Source: Hyundai Motor)

Click here for the full press release from Hyundai Motors.

Nikola and Voltera Enter into a Definitive Strategic Partnership on Hydrogen Station Infrastructure Funding for Up To 50 Stations

On May 2, Nikola announced a definitive agreement with Voltera to develop the hydrogen fueling infrastructure required to support Nikola’s deployment of its zero-emissions vehicles. Through this strategic partnership agreement, Nikola and Voltera plan to develop up to 50 HYLA stations throughout North America over the next five years. This partnership underpins Nikola’s prior announced plans to develop 60 stations by 2026.

Click here for the full press release from Nikola.

Chart Industries and Crane Company Successfully Test a New Liquid Hydrogen Valve

On May 10, Chart Industries and Crane Company announced they have successfully tested a new cryogenic valve designed and built by Crane for liquid hydrogen applications. This is the first valve launched from Crane’s CRYOFLO line of bellow seal vacuum jacketed globe valves, designed and tested by Crane, with final validation, review, and testing conducted by Chart.

Click here for the full press release from Chart Industries.

ImaGEN Teams Up With Noah Chemicals to Develop On-Demand Hydrogen Generation

On May 8, FCHEA member ImaGEN Inc. and Noah Chemicals announced an agreement to develop and introduce cutting-edge chemical solutions for hydrogen generation on demand. With potential applications ranging from hydrogen fuel cells to renewable energy storage, this technology uses chemical reactions initiated and controlled by external stimuli to produce hydrogen gas in a cost-effective and efficient way.

Click here for the full press release from Noah Chemicals.

Luxfer Gas Cylinders Introduces the G-Stor Go H2 Hydrogen Cylinder with Type 4 Technology

On May 3, FCHEA member Luxfer Gas Cylinders announced the introduction of the G-Stor Go H2 hydrogen high-pressure cylinder utilizing Type 4 technology, which features a polymer liner and is capable of storage pressures up 350 bar (5,000 PSI). The G-Stor Go H2 also features a boss-to-liner interface which can be a solution for fuel cell transit buses, heavy-duty trucks, vans, bulk gas transport, boats, and trains.

Click here for the full press release from Luxfer Gas Cylinders.

NeuVentus Announces Moss Bluff Project

On May 17, FCHEA member NeuVentus announced it has secured agreements that provide for development rights on the Moss Bluff Salt Dome in Liberty and Chambers Counties, Texas. The agreements include property to develop up to 12 salt caverns to store a broad variety of products, the exclusive right to develop hydrogen cavern storage on certain acreage and rights to obtain easements for related infrastructure over 3,000 acres above and adjacent to the Moss Bluff Salt Dome, such as groundwater production, brine disposal, and high voltage electrical access.

Click here for the full press release from PR Newswire.

Terrestrial Energy Selected Among 10 DOE Sponsored Projects Awarded to Advance Promising Nuclear Technologies

On May 9, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced that FCHEA member Terrestrial Energy's molten salt reactor to produce clean hydrogen through nuclear power was among the 10 industry-led projects that will receive a total of $22.1 million in funding. These projects are part of the final round funded through the Office of Nuclear Energy’s industry funding opportunity announcement.

Click here for the press release from the Department of Energy.

EPA Proposes New Carbon Pollution Standards for Fossil Fuel-Fired Power Plants That Includes Use of Hydrogen to Achieve Compliance

On May 11, the U.S. Environemtal Protection Agency (EPA) announced new proposed carbon pollution standards for coal and natural gas-fired power plants. In developing these proposed carbon pollution standards, EPA considered a range of technologies including CCS, utilizing low-GHG hydrogen, and adopting highly efficient generation technologies. In the proposed rulemaking, EPA suggests that installation of controls such as CCS for coal and gas plants, and low-GHG hydrogen co-firing for gas plants are more cost-effective for power plants that operate at greater capacity, more frequently, or over longer time periods. The technology-based standards EPA is proposing include:

• Strengthening the current New Source Performance Standards (NSPS) for newly built fossil fuel-fired stationary combustion turbines (generally natural gas-fired)

• Establishing emission guidelines for states to follow in limiting carbon pollution from existing fossil fuel-fired steam generating EGUs (including coal, oil and natural gas-fired units)

• Establishing emission guidelines for large, frequently used existing fossil fuel-fired stationary combustion turbines (generally natural gas-fired)

FCHEA looks forward to assessing the details of the ruling and participating in a robust discussion about the important role that hydrogen will play in our energy future.

Click here for the full press release from the EPA.

Joint Office Announces National Charging Experience Consortium

On May 18, the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation announced the launch of the National Charging Experience Consortium (ChargeX Consortium), a new effort led by U.S. Department of Energy national laboratories that will work to rapidly develop solutions that ensure a reliable and frictionless charging experience for all Americans.

As part of the ChargeX Consortium, Argonne National Laboratory, Idaho National Laboratory, and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) will collaborate with organizations representing a cross-section of the electric vehicle (EV) charging industry on complex issues that require multi-stakeholder collaboration to solve and simplify.

Click here for the full press release from the Joint Office.

Bloom Energy to Provide Solid Oxide Electrolyzers to Canadian Hydrogen Project

On May 22, Bloom Energy announced that it will be providing over 2 GW from its solid oxide electrolyzers to the Nujio’qonik project, a $4.5 billion intercontinental green hydrogen commercialization effort in Canada. The project, led by Canada-based World Energy GH2, will produce green hydrogen that will be processed to generate green ammonia and green ammonia in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, by 2025 and 2026, respectively, for export to Europe and other continents. 

Click here for the full press release from Bloom Energy.

Plug Lands Three Electrolyzer Deals for European Green Hydrogen Projects

On May 22, Plug announced it has landed three five megawatt (MW) electrolyzer projects with Ardagh Glass Limmared AB, Hydro Havrand, and the APEX Group for deployments in Europe.

 Ardagh Glass Limmared AB will use the hydrogen for glass manufacturing in Sweden, Hydro Havrand will use the hydrogen for aluminum recycing in Norway, and APEX will use the hydrogen to produce green steel in Germany.

Click here for the full press release from Plug.

Air Products Announces Plan to Build the First Commercial-Scale Hydrogen Refueling Station in Canada

On April 25, FCHEA member Air Products announced plans to build a multi-modal hydrogen refueling station near its new net-zero hydrogen energy complex under construction in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. 

The hydrogen refueling station will have a capacity of up to six tons of hydrogen per day and will be Air Products’ first in Canada and the first commercial-scale hydrogen refueling station in Alberta. The station plans were announced at the Canadian Hydrogen Convention during a fireside chat with Eric Guter, Air Products’ Global Vice President, Hydrogen for Mobility.

Click here for the full press release from Air Products.

ENGIE Announces Collaboration with Hazer for a Facility in France

On May 10, FCHEA member ENGIE announced it has extended the existing non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Hazer Group to further progress the development of a first Hazer facility in Europe. Under the extended agreement, Hazer and ENGIE have agreed to work collaboratively to prepare the Project Development Plan for a clean hydrogen and graphitic carbon production facility based on Hazer’s proprietary technology.

Click here for the full press release from Yahoo.

Johnson Matthey and Hystar Agree on Strategic Hydrogen Partnership

On May 22, FCHEA member Johnson Matthey announced it has signed a three-year strategic supply agreement with Hystar, a Norwegian high-tech hydrogen company, to ramp up green hydrogen production. JM will supply membrane electrode assemblies (MEAs), key performance-defining components for electrolyzers, as part of Hystar’s commercialization ramp-up. This represents the next step in the collaboration between the two companies which began in 2021, focused on electrolyzer stack development and manufacturing scale-up, using the components provided by JM and Hystar’s patented cell design.

Click here for the full press release from Johnson Matthey.

Honda Selected by Isuzu to Develop and Supply Fuel Cell System

On May 15, FCHEA member Honda and Isuzu announced that they have signed a partnership agreement to have Honda develop and supply the fuel cell system for a fuel cell-powered heavy-duty truck Isuzu is planning to introduce to market in 2027. The two companies are currently planning to start demonstration testing of a prototype truck on public roads before the end of March of 2024. 

Click here for the full press release from the Honda.

PDC Machines Attends G7 Conference in Japan

On May 23, FCHEA member PDC Machines announced that it attended the G7 Conference in Hiroshima, Japan. PDC exhibited "SimpleFuel," its small-scale hydrogen refueling station. Additionally, PDC has received orders from Japanese customers for five locations through the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry subsidy program.

Click here for the full press release from PDC Machines.

Air Products to Acquire, Own and Operate Industrial Gas Complex in Uzbekistan

On May 25, Air Products announced it has signed an investment agreement with the Government of the Republic of Uzbekistan and Uzbekneftegaz JSC (UNG) to acquire, own and operate a natural gas-to-syngas processing facility in Qashqadaryo Province, Uzbekistan, for $1 billion.

Under the purchase agreement, Air Products will acquire, own and operate two large-scale air separation units, two large-scale auto-thermal reforming units, and a hydrogen production unit within the complex and supply oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen and syngas under a long-term, take-or-pay/fixed fee contract to UNG. UNG will supply the feedstock natural gas and utilities and offtake all products. 

Click here for the full press release from Air Products.

Bosch and Ligier Join Forces on Hydrogen Car

On May 10, FCHEA member Bosch and Ligier announced they will reveal a new machine based on the Ligier JS2 R racer. The so-called JS2 RH2, its name inspired by the Ligier JS2 which finished second at Le Mans in 1975, will be equipped with three integrated hydrogen tanks and be powered by a converted V6 combustion engine. Bosch has been charged with overseeing the overall vehicle concept, which will cover the engine, hydrogen storage tanks and devising a safety concept, while Ligier will manage the vehicle architecture, hydrogen system integration and cooling.

Click here for the full press release from Motorsport.com.

Aers Energy België Selects Air Products to Build a Hydrogen Refueling Station Belgium

On May 15, Air Products announced has signed an agreement with Aers Energy België to develop a multi-fuel, hydrogen refueling station for trucks in the port of Zeebrugge, Belgium. The new station will be the first commercial-scale hydrogen refueling station in Europe with liquid hydrogen storage. 

Click here for the full press release from Air Products.

Ballard Announces Order for 3.6 MW of Stationary Fuel Cells

On May 3, FCHEA member Ballard announced an order for 3.6 megawatts (MW) of fuel cell systems from a European provider of clean energy solutions for critical stationary power applications. Ballard expects to deliver thirty-six 100 kW systems in 2023 and 2024.

Ballard’s fuel cell systems will be integrated into stationary power units to provide power for a range of applications, including construction sites, EV charging stations, and data centers.

Click here for the full press release from Ballard.

Chart Industries Inc Expands its Partnership with TECO 2030 ASA

On May 2, Chart Industries announced it has expanded its existing cooperation agreement with TECO 2030 ASA on Chart’s Cryogenic Carbon Capture process technology to include Chart’s offer of liquid cryogenic fuel storage and supply systems, as well as Howden’s hydrogen solutions. Under the expanded agreement, Chart, Howden (a Chart Industries Group company) and TECO 2030 will combine their expertise to offer improved ship efficiencies and reductions in carbon emissions.

Click here for the full press release from Chart Industries.

Advent Technologies and BASF Sign Agreement to Establish Supply Chan in Europe

On May 9, FCHEA member Advent Technologies and BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions announced an agreement to establish end-to-end supply chain for hydrogen fuel cell systems in Europe. Specifically, the companies will join efforts in building a full loop component supply chain for fuel cells and enter discussions to extend the partnership into the field of water electrolysis. 

Click here for the full press release from Advent Technologies.

Baker Hughes and ADNOC Collaborate to Advance Hydrogen Technology Innovation

On May 10, FCHEA member Baker Hughes and ADNOC announced an agreement to accelerate the development and commercialization of technology solutions for green and low-carbon hydrogen, as well as graphene. The agreement, which follows a strategic technology collaboration agreement signed between the two companies in November 2022, will see ADNOC collaborate with Baker Hughes as a strategic partner to study and pilot, the deployment of innovative solutions from Baker Hughes’ hydrogen portfolio. These include new growth stage decarbonization technologies Baker Hughes has invested in across the graphene, methane pyrolysis and next-generation electrolysis spaces.

Click here for the full press release from Baker Hughes.

Twelve Partners with Etihad for a Sustainable Aviation Fuel Flight Made From CO2

On May 14, FCHEA member Twelve and Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, announced a partnership to advance sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) made from CO2 and renewable energy. The collaboration will support Etihad's sustainability strategy in which it plans to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and turn waste into fuel, diverting 75% of waste from landfills by 2025.

Additionally, Twelve was recently selected as one of Newsweek’s “13 Tech Innovators Helping to Save the Planet."

Click here for the full press release from Simple Flying.

Click here for the full article from Newsweek.

Remondis Australia to Trial First Hyzon Waste Collection Truck

On May 3, FCHEA member Hyzon Motors announced an agreement to trial its first Heavy Rigid fuel cell electric (FCEV) waste collection truck with REMONDIS Australia. REMONDIS operates 39 business locations around Australia, servicing more than 24,000 commercial, industrial, and municipal customers. The collection truck is scheduled for trial in the middle of 2023, initially to operate out of the company’s Wollongong facility in New South Wales.   

Click here for the press release from Hyzon Motors.

Technip Energies and John Cockerill to Create New Integrated Hydrogen Company Rely

On May 4, FCHEA members Technip Energies and John Cockerill announced the launch of Rely, to provide integrated green hydrogen solutions. Rely will offer end-to-end solutions, from pre-Final Investment Decision services including technical and financial advisory through to proprietary products, project execution and operation and maintenance. Headquartered in Belgium, Rely will be 60%-owned by Technip Energies and 40%-owned by John Cockerill.

Click here for the full press release from Technip Energies.

Mitsubishi Power to Equip Singapore's Open Cycle Gas Turbine Power Station With Hydrogen-Ready Gas Turbines

On May 19, FCHEA member Mitsubishi Power announced it will design, manufacture, procure and construct a 680 megawatt (MW) power station for Meranti Power, a wholly owned subsidiary of Singapore’s Energy Market Authority. The new facility will feature an open cycle gas turbine configuration capable of fast start up and rapidly ramping up power production to deliver electricity on demand. It is expected to be in commercial operation by mid-2025.

Click here for the full press release from Mitsubishi Power.

Additional Links

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Top Speed | 30 April 2023

This Power Plant Offers a Peek into the Future

The Washington Post | 1 May 2023

Elon Musk May Not Like It But Plug Power Plans Hydrogen-Fueled EV Charging Stations

Forbes | 1 May 2023

California Regulators Approve PG&E, Energy Vault Green Hydrogen and Battery Microgrid

Utility Dive | 1 May 2023

Addressing Albuquerque Business Leaders, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham Offers Bold Prediction for Hydrogen Energy in New Mexico

Albuquerque Journal | 2 May 2023

This Massive Zero-Emissions Truck Can Help Shrink Mining’s Footprint

Fast Company | 2 May 2023

Anaergia to Supply Renewable Natural Gas to FuelCell Energy to Create Renewable Hydrogen Supporting Toyota’s Landmark Port Facility

Business Wire | 2 May 2023

Hyzon Motors Publishes Whitepaper Showcasing Single Stack 200KW Fuel Cell System

Hyzon Motors | 2 May 2023

Green Hydrogen Myths Debunked: Separating Fact from Fiction

Plug Power | 3 May 2023

ACT Expo a Coming of Age for Hydrogen-Powered Trucking

Freight Waves | 3 May, 2023

Hydrogen and the EPA Power Plant Rule: 3 Issues to Watch

E & E News | 3 May 2023

Kenworth, Peterbilt FCEV Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks Coming Soon

Landline | 3 May 2023

Bosch and Nikola are Ready with Hydrogen

Clean Technica | 3 May 2023

Customers for Clean Hydrogen Remain Hazy, Even as Biden Spends Billions

Houston Chronicle | 3 May 2023

EH2’s Planned Hydrogen Electrolyzer Factory in Massachusetts Would Nearly Double Global Capacity

Utility Dive | 4 May 2023

Go Big or Start Small: Picking the Right Scale for Green Hydrogen

Canary Media |4 May 2023

Planned Mich., Mass. Factories Could Power Hydrogen Surge

E & E News | 8 May 2023

General Motors Seizes the Fuel Cell Moment with Green Hydrogen

Clean Technica | 8 May 2023

Rep Doudera Introduces Bill to Establish Clean Hydrogen Pilot Program

Hydrogen Central | 9 May 2023

Hydrogen Fuel Cell Trucks to Decarbonize Toyota Logistics in Europe

Toyota Europe | 9 May 2023

The Most Valuable U.S. Power Company Is Making a Huge Bet on Hydrogen

The Wall Street Journal | 9 May 2023

Fuel Cell Projects are the “Wave” of the Future in Decarbonizing the Maritime Sector

Siemens Energy | 9 May 2023

Australia to Invest $1.4 Bln to Scale up Renewable Hydrogen Industry

Reuters | 9 May 2023

Colorado Approves Clean Hydrogen Tax Credit of Up to $1/kg for Usage in Hard-to-Abate Sectors

Hydrogen Insights | 9 May 2023

Hydrogen Insights: Global Project Funnel Gains Momentum Across Value Chain and Geographies

Hydrogen Council | 9 May 2023

Forrest a Likely Winner from Budget’s $2b Hydrogen Fund

Australia Financial Review | 9 May 2023

'Applying Emissions on my Face': Vattenfall and Cara Delevingne Debut Carbon-Cutting Hydrogen Face Mist

Business Green | 10 May 2023

Nikola to Focus on Fuel-Cell Truck Production

Electrive | 11 May 2023

Why Airbus and Others are Betting on Hydrogen-Powered Planes Instead of Electric Planes

CNBC | 11 May 2023

Ports of Rotterdam and Pecém Bolster Green Hydrogen Ties

Offshore Energy | 11 May 2023

4 Energy Issues to Watch with EPA’s Power Plant Rule

E and E News | 12 May 2023

Hyundai XCIENT Class 8 Truck Gives Hydrogen a Place to Shine

Car and Driver | 12 May 2023

The Future of Aviation Industry – Why Hydrogen is the First Pick for the Industry

Hydrogen Fuel News | 14 May 2023

UK – Government Holds First Net Zero Council – Hydrogen, Batteries, CCUS

Batteries News | 14 May 2023

US Climate Bill Lures $300 Million Danish Green Hydrogen Factory

Bloomberg Law | 15 May 2023

How $1 Billion from Department of Energy Could Help Create a Green Hydrogen Hub in South MS

Sun Herald | 15 May 2023

Japan Opts for Wind and Hydrogen to Help Achieve its Green Future

Euronews | 15 May 2023

A ‘Seminal Study’: Examining the Results of Hydrogen Blending in a Reciprocating Engine

Power Engineering | 15 May 2023

Ørsted Awarded Contract – Will Capture and Store 430,000 Tonnes of Biogenic CO2

Ørsted | 15 May 2023

Fuel Cell Projects are the “Wave” of the Future in Decarbonizing the Maritime Sector

Azer News | 16 May 2023

Colorado’s New Clean Hydrogen Standards Could Push Production out of the State, Industry Group Says

Utility Dive | 17 May 2023

Chevron, Exxon Seek State Backing for Australia Carbon Capture, Hydrogen Projects

Reuters | 17 May 2023

Honda Joins Toyota's Hydrogen Engine Push

Automotive News | 17 May 2023

Inflation Reduction Act Guidance: IRS and Treasury Release Guidance on the Domestic Content Bonus Credit

Baker Botts | 17 May 2023

Colorado is Poised to Set the Nation’s First Standards for Green Hydrogen. Will the Federal Government Follow Suit?

Colorado Public Radio | 18 May 2023

Rhythm Announces Working Capital Lending Facility with ENGIE

ENGIE | 18 May 2023

How to Facilitate Hydrogen’s Breakthrough

The Engineer | 18 May 2023

North American Subsidies Help Boost Nuclear Hydrogen Plans

Reuters| 18 May 2023

Honda Plans Fuel Cell Semi, Ponders Hydrogen for Small Mobility

Green Car Reports | 18 May 2023

Pacific Northwest Partnership to Study Hydrogen Production from Hydropower

American Public Power Association | 19 May 2023

Xcel, Minnesota Vie for Billions in Federal Funds to Create 'Clean' Hydrogen Hub

Star Tribune | 20 May 2023

NEOM Green Hydrogen Company Completes Financial Close with Air Products, ACWA Power

Neom Green Hydrogen Company | 22 May 2023

The Use of Green Gas Fuel Cells as Prime Power in Data Centers

Data Center Dynamics | 22 May 2023

Nikola CEO on Battery Electric Trucks, Building Trust, and the Future of Hydrogen Fuel Cells

Fleet Equipment Magazine | 22 May 2023

Hydrogen Exports Yet to Clear Technical Hurdles, Shipper Warns

Australian Financial Review | 22 May 2023

Solid Oxide Electrolysis: Building Capacity

Ammonia Energy Association | 22 May 2023

Global Hydrogen Standard Required, Uniform Threshold and Methodologies

Independent Commodity Intelligence Service | 22 May 2023

DOE Announces Nearly $60 Million to Advance Clean Hydrogen Technologies and Improve the Electric Power Grid

U.S. Department of Energy | 22 May 2023

GenH2 and ZeroAvia Sign MOU to Develop Liquid Hydrogen Technologies for Airports

GenH2 | 23 May 2023

Baker Hughes Buys Stake in UK Hydrogen Producer Atome Energy

The Times | 23 May 2023

Biden Pressed to Limit Hydrogen Credits Key to New Industry

Bloomberg Tax | 24 May 2023

PDC Machines Announces Appointment of New CEO

PDC Machines | 24 May 2023

Indian Prime Minister Modi Strikes New Agreements on Migration and Green Hydrogen in Australia

ABC News | 24 May 2023

Constellation Completes Hydrogen Blending Test at Alabama Gas-Fired Plant

Power Engineering | 24 May 2023

Hydrogen Hype is Raging but Can’t Lure Investment to Europe

Japan Times | 25 May 2023

FuelCell Energy Secures $87MM in Project Financing

FuelCell Energy | 25 May 2023

El Dorado National Secures Order for 19 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses from Foothill Transit

Energy News | 25 May 2023

Namibia Launches 10 Billion Dollar-Hydrogen Project with German Participation

Clean Energy Wire | 25 May 2023

PDC Machines Exhibits All-In-One Hydrogen Refueling Station at G7 Summit

Gas World | 26 May 2023

NYSERDA Announces $10 Million Initiative to Advance Clean Hydrogen Innovation

On May 24, the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority announced a $10 million initiative to advance innovative clean hydrogen research, development and demonstration projects that address the challenge of replacing fossil fuel usage in hard-to-electrify sectors. This solicitation is open to fund projects proposed by New York-based entities that are also actively applying for federal clean hydrogen funding opportunities. 

Application Deadline: June 28, 2023 3:00 p.m. EDT

Click here for more information from NYSERDA.

DOE Vehicle Technologies Office Announces $99.5 Million FY23 Funding Opportunity

On May 19, the U.S. Department of Energy Vehicle Technologies Office announced $99.5 million in funding opportunities in support of projects to reduce soft costs to improve EV charging infrastructure in underserved communities, provide consumer education on EVs and EV charging, and develop batteries that use low-cost, abundant materials.

The FOA includes a range of topics, including:

Area of Interest 6: Hydrogen Combustion Engines — The objective of the area of interest is to research, develop, and validate an internal combustion (IC) engine for on-road and non-road (off-road, rail, and shipping) applications that can fully operate on hydrogen while achieving near or equivalent efficiency of conventional diesel engines and meeting prevailing EPA emission standards. While 4-stroke IC engines are predominant in commercial vehicle application, we also encourage proposals for hydrogen combustion by two-stroke opposed piston engines. 

Concept Paper Submission Deadline: June 26, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. EDT

Full Application Submission Deadline: August 11, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. EDT

Click here to learn more about this FOA.

California Energy Commision Clean Hydrogen Program

The California Clean Energy Commission (CEC) is seeking feedback on a draft solicitation concept focusing on large-scale, centralized hydrogen production, storage, and delivery projects.

Submission deadline: June 9, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. PDT.

Click here for more information.

New Jersey Economic Development Authority Seeks Public Input to Shape Potential Development of a Clean Hydrogen Demonstration Program

On May 1, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) announced it is seeking information and ideas from qualified entities regarding the advancement of clean hydrogen technologies and potential use cases in New Jersey. Up to $10 million may be made available for this program.

The Authority is interested in receiving information (including but not limited to comments, 

questions, recommendations, white papers, tools, case studies, information, ideas, and 

references) that will help it to better understand: 

1. The key opportunities and barriers (financial, policy, regulatory, and logistical) around the 

deployment and/or adoption of clean hydrogen technologies in NJ;

2. Potential projects or solutions that demonstrate best opportunities for market adoption

and development of a broader clean hydrogen ecosystem;

3. Specific partnerships, funding, programs and/or other resources needed to develop a 

robust clean hydrogen ecosystem in New Jersey (supporting production, transportation 

and off-take).

4. How the Authority can best support businesses looking to adopt, deploy, or manufacture

clean hydrogen technologies in New Jersey.

All RFI responses must be submitted in writing no later than 5:00 PM E.D.T. on June 5, 2023 via 

e-mail to: cleanhydrogen@njeda.gov. The subject line of the e-mail should state: RFI Response-2023-RFI-177.

Click here for the full RFI from NJEDA.

Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary Grant Program

The Biden-Harris administration opened applications for the first round of funding for the U.S. Department of Transportation’s multi-billion dollar Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program. This program, established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, will provide $2.5 billion over five years to a wide range of applicants, including cities, counties, local governments, and tribes to fund electric vehicle (EV) charging and infrastructure for alternative fuels—including hydrogen—in communities across the country and along designated highways, interstates, and major roadways.

A Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for $700 million from Fiscal Years (FY) 2022 and 2023 was announced on March 14, for projects that strategically deploy EV charging and other alternative vehicle-fueling infrastructure in publicly accessible locations in urban and rural communities, as well as along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFCs).

Applications are due by June 13, 2023.

Click here for more details about the CFI Program and here for FOA listing.

Hawai'i Gas Seeking Proposals from Local and National Suppliers for Renewable Natural Gas and Renewable Hydrogen

On April 6, Hawaiʻi Gas announced it has seeking proposals from local and national suppliers who can provide up to 65,000 therms of RNG, up to 2,300 kg per day of renewable hydrogen, or a blend of both for our utility gas system on Oahu. It plans to enter into one or more fuel supply agreements for RNG and renewable hydrogen contingent on approval from the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission.

Click here for the full RFP from Hawai'i Gas.

Proposals are due September 30, 2023 at 2 pm Hawaiʻi Standard Time.

DOE Issues Notice of Intent to Fund Applied Research and Development Projects to Drive Industrial Decarbonization

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced that at some point in March, $156 million of federal funding will become available for research, development, and demonstration (RD&D) projects to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across the U.S. industrial sector. Topic areas include decarbonizing industrial heat, chemicals, iron and steel, food and beverage products, cement and concrete, forest products, low-carbon fuels utilization RD&D, and exploratory cross-sector R&D.

Click here for more information.

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