Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Industry Headlines
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General Motors Uses Plug Power Fuel Cells to Power Forklifts at Tennessee Factory
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On August 6, the
Columbia Daily Herald reported FCHEA member General Motors (GM) is using hydrogen fuel cell units from FCHEA member Plug Power to power material handling equipment in a pilot project at its Spring Hill, Tennessee, manufacturing plant. GM began the pilot project at Spring Hill last year, and since then has ran a fleet of twenty-seven tuggers and twelve forklifts with Plug Power's GenDrive fuel cells. The forklifts are manufactured by both Crown and FCHEA member Nuvera Fuel Cells' parent company, Hyster-Yale
According to staff at the facility, the fuel cell power units last twice as long as lead-acid batteries and the cost of hydrogen is equal to the cost of conventional electrical power. Due to the ongoing success of the pilot project, GM intends to gradually expand the use of fuel cell material handling vehicles at other factories in the United States.
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A team leader drives one of the fuel cell forklifts at the plant. (Source: GM)
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here to read the full article from the
Columbia Daily Herald.
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Bloom Energy Announces New Fuel Cell Microgrid Solution
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On August 19, FCHEA member Bloom Energy announced the introduction of its new AlwaysON microgrid solution, aimed at retaining predictable costs and preventing customers from losing power during grid outages. Bloom reports that in 2018, the eighty-five microgrids currently installed helped customers withstand more than 550 grid outages.
Bloom states that the new microgrid solution will provide primary power from Bloom Energy Server fuel cells when the grid is available, then switch to powering critical loads in the microgrid when a power outage occurs.
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A diagram of the new AlwaysOn microgrid. (Source: Bloom Energy)
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here to read the full press release from Bloom Energy.
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Bloomberg Report Predicts Costs of Renewably-Produced Hydrogen to Decline 80% over the Next Decade
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On August 21, Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) published an analysis on the future costs of producing hydrogen gas from renewable sources. According to BNEF, the price of renewable hydrogen may fall to $1.40 per kilogram by 2030, which would be an 80% decrease from current prices. The analysis predicts in a best-case scenario, the cost would continue to decline to $0.80 by 2050, along with an increase in the capacity of global electrolyzers to around 3,000 gigwatts. BNEF identified rising demand and political support as drivers of this potential drop.
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A chart showing the predicted decline in price of renewable hydrogen. (Source: BNEF)
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here to read the full article from Bloomberg.
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FuelCell Energy Passes 9 Million Megawatt hours of Generation
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On August 5, FCHEA member FuelCell Energy announced that more than 9 million megawatt hours of electricity have been generated by the company's SureSource fuel cells since the first commercial deployment. This total includes both primary and backup power sources across three continents.
Click
here for the full press release from FuelCell Energy.
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Hyundai Nexo Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick Plus Designation
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On August 8,
Roadshow reported that FCHEA member Hyundai's Nexo fuel cell vehicle (FCV) had received the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety's (IIHS) highest accolade, Top Safety Pick+. The Nexo became eligible for the award following a battery of crash tests and other evaluations. Hyundai nominated the Nexo for testing, which became the first FCV to be subjected to IIHS's examination.
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The Hyundai Nexo undergoing IIHS testing. (Source: IIHS)
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here for the full article from
Roadshow.
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Plug Power Celebrates Successful Ground Support Equipment Pilot Program with FedEx at Albany International Airport
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On August 15, Plug Power celebrated the successful results of their pilot program to provide hydrogen fuel cell-powered ground support equipment (GSE) to FedEx at the Albany International Airport in Albany, New York. The pilot program provided hydrogen fuel cell units to power cargo tuggers that transport packages between airplanes and the FedEx sorting facility at the airport.
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A fuel cell-powered cargo tugger and delivery vehicle at the celebration event. (Source: Dominique Lecocq)
According to Plug Power, the cargo tuggers are capable of towing up to 40,000 pounds in temperatures ranging from 5 - 91 degrees Fahrenheit (~-15 - 32 degrees Celsius). Plug Power also reported that the GSEs operated consistently over the project's time frame with low wear and tear compared to other GSEs, including forty-one operating days in below freezing temperatures.
The celebration at the event brought together key private and public sector leaders, including Representative Paul Tonko (NY-20), Mitch Jackson, FedEx's Chief Sustainability Officer, and John A. O'Donnell, the CEO of the Albany County Airport Authority.
Click
here for the full press release from Plug Power.
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Bloom Energy Fuel Cells Keep New York Home Depots Powered During Heat Wave
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On July 30, Bloom Energy announced that Home Depot stores in Brooklyn, Halfmoon, Saratoga Springs and Amsterdam, New York, were able to continue operating through a series of regional blackouts due to heat and storm activity, thanks to the microgrids powered by Bloom Energy Servers.
Home Depot has Bloom Energy fuel cells powering or providing backup power to more than 200 stores across the US, as part of a sustainability effort throughout the company. This effort continues and aims to deploy 135 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy generation, including fuel cells, by the end of 2019.
Click
here for the press release from Bloom Energy.
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California Air Resources Board Releases Annual Fuel Cell Vehicle Report
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On July 29, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) released the 2019 annual evaluation report on fuel cell vehicles (FCV). Focused on FCV deployment and hydrogen fueling station development, the report details the trends over the year and projects totals for the coming years. The report assesses these figures and issues recommendations for how to meet policy goals in the state.
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The cover page of the report (Source: CARB)
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here for the full report from CARB.
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Local High School Students Tour Plug Power's Headquarters and Manufacturing Facility
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On August 21, Plug Power hosted the Troy Riverfront Pathways in Technology Early College High School Summer Bridge Program (P-TECH) at their Latham, New York headquarters. The P-TECH Summer Bridge Program, one of the only of its kind in New York, prepares local high school students for a career path in the region's most in-demand fields such as technology and advanced manufacturing.
The students spent the day, learning about the assembly process for Plug Power's hydrogen fuel cell stack and were able to test a completed fuel cell. The visit also included a full tour of the company's manufacturing facility and opportunities to learn more from Plug Power's engineering team.
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Students learn about Plug Power's technology from the company's engineering team. (Source: Plug Power)
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here to read the full press release from Plug Power.
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Anglo American and Other Companies Invest 17 Million Euros in German Hydrogen Transportation Company
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On July 31, Hydrogenious LOHC Technologies announced a series of strategic and investment partnerships, including with FCHEA member Anglo American Platinum's investment arm, AP Venture. These investments total 17 million Euros (~$18.8 million) and are aimed at furthering development in global hydrogen infrastructure.
Hydrogenious, which is based in Germany, focuses on liquid organic hydrogen carriers, which can be transported similarly to other liquid fuels. The other strategic partners include Royal Vopak, Mitsubishi, and Covestor.
Click
here for the press release from Hydrogenious.
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Nel Announces Collaboration Agreement on Green Fertilizer Project
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On August 20, FCHEA member Nel Hydrogen announced a new collaboration agreement with Yara International to develop efficient, green hydrogen for use in the production of ammonia. The project aims to utilize renewable energy and hydrogen electrolysis to produce fertilizer with zero emissions. To carry out this project, Nel will contribute a five megawatt electrolyzer to Yara.
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Jon-Andre Lokke, CEO, Nel Hydrogen, and Tove Andersen, EVP Production, Yara International sign the collaboration agreement. (Source: Yara International)
Click
here to read the full press release from Yara International.
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Australian Pilot Project for Hydrogen Production Begins Construction
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On July 24,
Prime Mover Magazine reported that construction had begun on hydrogen production and liquefaction facilities in the state of Victoria, Australia. The state government has committed AUD $50 million (~$35 million USD), with additional funding coming from Australia's federal government and Japanese industrial investors.
When completed, the project will involve production of hydrogen from Australian coal, with carbon capture technology in place, before liquefaction in preparation for export. The state's goal will be to export carbon-neutral hydrogen to Japan and establish the industry in the region. The state of Victoria believes that hydrogen production could be worth around AUD $2 billion (~$1.4 billion USD) to the regional economy.
Click
here for the full article from
Prime Mover Magazine.
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Germany Unveils Plan to Support Climate-Friendly Aviation, Including Hydrogen
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On August 21, at the National Aviation Conference in Leipzig, Germany, Chancellor Angela Merkel announced a new German government strategy to develop climate-friendly aviation technology.
In her speech, Chancellor Merkel highlighted hydrogen as one clean energy source for the aviation sector to pursue, saying that its potential has not yet been fully realized. In addition, Chancellor Merkel announced that her government will finalize a new strategy for developing hydrogen energy in Germany by the end of the year.
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Chancellor Angela Merkel discusses hydrogen energy in her speech at the National Aviation Conference in Leipzig. (Source: Deutsche Welle)
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here to read the full article from
Deutsche Welle.
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H2Mobility Opens Three New Hydrogen Fueling Stations in Germany
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On July 23, August 8 and 15, the H2Mobility industry partnership opened three new hydrogen fueling stations in Germany, with one in the state of Bavaria, one in the state of Schleswig-Holstein and one in the city of Berlin.
The station in Bavaria opened in the town of Schnelldorf and is the sixteenth station in Bavaria. The refueling technology at the station was provided by FCHEA member Air Liquide. Located in the town of Brunsbuettel, the Schleswig-Holstein station produces hydrogen onsite with an electrolyzer supplied by renewable wind power. In addition to providing hydrogen for the station, the electrolyzer will also feed into the natural gas network. The Berlin station is located on Rothenbach Street and is the fifth hydrogen refueling facility to be opened in the city.
H2Mobility plans to open a total of 100 hydrogen refueling stations in Germany by the end of 2019. Funding support was provided by the German Federal Ministry for Transportation and Digital Infrastructure.
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H2Mobility officials at the electrolyzer and station opening in Brunsbuettel. (Source: H2Mobility)
Click
here for the full press release on Schnelldorf,
here for the full press release on Brunsbuettel and
here for the full press release (in German) on Berlin from H2Mobility.
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Hydrogen Fueling Station to Open At Incheon International Airport
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On August 1,
Incheon Ilbo reported that the Hydrogen Energy Network industry consortium has signed an agreement with Incheon International Airport in South Korea to construct and operate a hydrogen refueling station at the airport. The station is expected to begin full retail operation in early 2020.
The Hydrogen Energy Network brings together several hydrogen-related companies, including Hyundai, Air Liquide Korea, and Nel Korea to promote the development and construction of hydrogen refueling stations across South Korea. The group has set a target of 100 stations open for full retail operations by 2020.
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Hydrogen Energy Network and Incheon International Airport officials sign the agreement. (Source: Incheon Ilbo)
Click
here for the full article from
Incheon Ilbo (in Korean).
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British Mayor Receives Hyundai NEXO for Official Use
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On August 6, the
Swindon Advertiser reported that the mayor of Swindon, United Kingdom, received a Hyundai NEXO fuel cell vehicle (FCV) as a gift from the automaker for use in his official duties. According to Hyundai, the donation of the FCV recognizes the commitments the local government has made to renewable energy.
The local Hyundai dealership is the distributor for all NEXO FCVs in the UK, because the city is the headquarters of FCHEA member Johnson Matthey, which developed the fuel cells used in the NEXO. Additionally, Swindon is the only UK city center with multiple hydrogen refueling stations, according to local officials.
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Swindon Mayor Kevin Perry (right) at the donation ceremony. (Source: Swindon Advertiser)
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here for the full article from the
Swindon Advertiser.
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Honda Provides Clarity Fuel Cell Vehicle to German Biosphere Reserve
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On August 12,
Green Car Congress reported that FCHEA member Honda has provided a Clarity fuel cell vehicle (FCV) to the Schaalsee Biosphere Reserve in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany. Biosphere reserves engage in both cultural and conventional nature preservation, while testing economic and social development strategies. Honda is providing the FCV to the reserve as a test vehicle for the coming year, as part of a larger fleet of fuel cell vehicles across Europe.
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The Honda Clarity provided to the Schaalsee Biosphere Reserve (Source: Schaalsee Biosphere Reserve)
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here for the full article from
Green Car Congress.
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Department of Energy Awards $40 Million for H2@Scale Research and Development Projects
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On August 15, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced funding recipients for research and development projects to advance its H2@Scale concept.
The focus of H2@Scale is to enable affordable and reliable large-scale hydrogen generation, transport, storage, and utilization in the United States across multiple sectors. The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy is providing $40 million across twenty-nine projects for fiscal year 2019.
Projects announced involving FCHEA members included:
- FuelCell Energy - $2 million - High Efficiency Reversible Solid Oxide System
- Nel Hydrogen, through Proton Energy Systems - $2 million - A Novel Stack Approach to Enable High Round Trip Efficiencies in Unitized PEM Regenerative Fuel Cells
Click
here for the press release from DOE.
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Department of Energy Awards $12M in Grants for Fuel Cell Trucking and Hydrogen Research
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On July 29, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced the recipients of funding for research on a range of commercial trucking and gaseous fuels topics. The Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy provided $50 million in funding, with $12 million directed towards hydrogen infrastructure and fuel cell technology for heavy-duty applications.
Projects announced involving FCHEA members included:
- General Motors - $1.99 million - Durable Fuel Cell MEA through Immobilization of Catalyst Particle and Membrane Chemical Stabilizer
- Nel Hydrogen - $2 million - High-Speed and Dynamic Diaphragm Compressor for High-Capacity Fueling
- Air Products - $1.67 million - Ultra-Cryopump for High-Demand Transportation Fueling
Additional awards received by other universities and companies:
- Electricore Inc. - $2.99 million for hydrogen dispenser and nozzle for heavy duty fuel cell vehicles
- Carnegie Mellon University - $2 million for heavy duty fuel cell vehicle cathodes
- Nikola Motors - $1.7 million for heavy duty truck MEAs
- Northwestern University - $1 million for research into materials for methane and hydrogen storage
Click
here for the press release from DOE.
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Department of Energy Awards Small Business Grants for Energy Innovation Projects
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On July 22, the Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy announced awards totaling $43.6 million through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. The latest round will fund 42 projects, including several through the Fuel Cell Technologies Office. The grants are aimed to spur innovation from small business in partnership with the national laboratories.
Click
here for the full announcement from the Department of Energy.
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2019 Fuel Cell Seminar and Energy Exposition
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November 5 - 7, 2019
Long Beach Convention Center | Long Beach, California
The Fuel Cell Seminar & Energy Exposition (FCS&EE) is the biggest and most comprehensive industry conference in the U.S. The FCS&EE features dynamic keynotes and plenaries, technical track and poster sessions, a lively exhibit hall showcasing the latest technologies from around the world, three networking receptions, and more. Connect with hundreds of key stakeholders, potential customers and partners, and influential policy makers, all at one show.
The official conference hotel is the Renaissance Long Beach. Book your hotel room today to secure a room at the reduced rate
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www.fuelcellseminar.com/hotel.
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Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure Workshop
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August 28, 2019
SMAQMD | Sacramento, California
The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District (SMAQMD) and the Sacramento Clean Cities Coalition (SCCC) invite you to participate in a workshop on hydrogen fueling infrastructure in the Sacramento Region.
SMAQMD will develop a multi-million dollar RFP for public access hydrogen infrastructure for light and heavy duty vehicles to be introduced in the first quarter of 2020. This workshop will be an opportunity for potential infrastructure providers and potential hydrogen fuel users to learn about plans and to help guide RFP development concepts.
The workshop will be held on August 28, from 1pm – 3pm at the SMAQMD, 777 12th Street Suite 300, Sacramento, CA, 95814. Attendance will be limited and registration is required. Click
here
to RSVP.
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Maritime Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Conference
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September 3, 2019
Bergen, Norway
Hydrogen and fuel cell technologies are being embraced by the maritime industry as part of wider efforts to promote a green operational footprint. Hydrogen fuel cell vessels and traditional electric vessels with lithium batteries are currently being developed for various maritime applications. This one-day conference will focus on the key features and benefits of hydrogen fuel cell vessels.
Industry leaders will bring to light the latest industry initiatives on hydrogen and fuel cells. Speakers will discuss how hydrogen fuel cells and traditional batteries can coexist and complement each other in delivering clean and efficient energy solutions for various maritime applications.
Topics to be discussed include:
- Potential of hydrogen and fuel cells for maritime applications
- Industry update – current R&D initiatives and the latest industry data
- Understanding the features and benefits - How do fuel cells compare against traditional battery technologies
- How can the enhanced energy density of hydrogen benefit maritime vessels?
- Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells for maritime
- Solid Oxide fuel cells for maritime
- Understanding the potential of ammonia as a renewable fuel
- Engineering considerations when dealing with hydrogen and fuel cells – vessel layout and weight
- Can hydrogen and fuel cells be produced in an environmentally friendly and cost-effective way?
- Case studies of recent industry initiatives and vessels
- The business case for hydrogen fuel cell vessels
To register click
here. For FCHEA members, please contact
Jennifer Gangi to get the discount code.
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F-Cell Stuttgart - Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Technology International Conference and Trade Fair
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September 10-11, 2019
Stuttgart, Germany
This annual event for hydrogen and fuel cell experts provides an extensive overview for relevant international markets and industries as well as technological advancements.
An interactive format offers an ideal platform for experts and newcomers alike to connect, discuss and set up sustainable business relationships. A 2-day hydrogen and fuel cell conference, interactive workshops, topic tables and an international trade fair as well the f-cell award
presented as part of the f-cell Evening Event, celebrates international innovation in the fields of hydrogen and fuel cells.
- Discover relevant hydrogen and fuel cell markets – international and industry specific
- Apply for the f-cell award celebrating innovation in the field of hydrogen and fuel cell
- Gain insight into the latest hydrogen and fuel cell developments
- Meet hydrogen and fuel cell suppliers in the international trade fair
- Utilize the interactive event formats to identify suitable business partners
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Commercial UAV Expo Americas 2019
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October 28 - 30, 2019
Westgate Resort and Casino | Las Vegas, NV
Commercial UAV Expo Americas is North America’s leading trade show and conference focusing on the integration and operation of commercial UAS with more exhibitors than any other commercial drone event.
Industries covered include Construction; Energy & Utilities; Forestry & Agriculture; Infrastructure & Transportation; Mining & Aggregates; Public Safety & Emergency Services; Security; and Surveying & Mapping. It is presented by Commercial UAV News and organized by Diversified Communications, a global event producer that also organizes Commercial UAV Expo Europe, GeoBusiness Show, International LiDAR Mapping Forum. Free expo.
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AZO Clean Tech | 22 July 2019
Manufacturers' Monthly | 22 July 2019
Energy Live News | 22 July 2019
Autocar | 22 July 2019
Mining Weekly | 22 July 2019
STA (Slovenia) | 22 July 2019
Hydrogen Mobility Europe | 22 July 2019
Automotive World | 23 July 2019
Washington Newsday | 23 July 2019
IHS Markit | 23 July 2019
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Sandia National Laboratories | 25 July 2019
Scottish Housing News | 25 July 2019
Sustainable Bus | 25 July 2019
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Inside Unmanned Systems | 26 July 2019
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Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association | 29 July 2019
Data Center Dynamics | 30 July 2019
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Popular Science | 5 August 2019
Albany Business Journal | 6 August 2019
U.S. Army Research Laboratory | 7 August 2019
Brandenburg Ministry of Economy and Energy | 7 August 2019
MarineLog | 8 August 2019
Techcrunch | 8 August 2019
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International Industrial Vehicle Technology | 8 August 2019
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Requests for Papers, Proposals, & Information
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Pennsylvania ZEV Infrastructure Grant Program
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The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has launched a new grant program for zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) charging and fueling stations to increase options for ZEV owners and encourage more people to consider these clean vehicles for their next car. The funding comes from Pennsylvania’s $118 million settlement with Volkswagen Group of America for cheating on U.S. Environmental Protection Agency emissions tests.
The grants are available through Governor Tom Wolf’s Driving PA Forward initiative. The goal of the initiative is to permanently reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) pollution from vehicles.
Up to $3 million in grants is available for acquisition, installation, operation, and maintenance of ZEV fast-charging equipment and hydrogen fuel cell equipment through 2019. Grants are awarded as reimbursements after completed projects, with a maximum amount of $500,000. The amount awarded depends on the charging or fueling capacity of the proposed equipment.
Application deadlines are 4:00 PM on October 11, 2019.
For more information and to apply, click
here for the Driving PA Forward website.
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NYSERDA Stationary Fuel Cell Program
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NYSERDA’s Stationary Fuel Cell Program aims to quickly increase the amount of electricity produced by fuel cell systems in New York State. By providing $15 million over two years, NYSERDA will help facilities to reduce the upfront costs of installing and operating fuel cells and support commercially viable fuel cell systems that help lower greenhouse gas emissions.
NYSERDA will provide $7.5 million a year for two years for a total of $15 million to support new installations of stationary fuel cell systems at eligible sites. No system can receive more than $1 million from NYSERDA.
Incentives are divided into two main categories:
- Total Base Incentives, which include base incentives determined by installed capacity, and grid independent incentives based on the capability for operating when there are outages
- Bonus Incentives which are based on location of the site and whether the site is deemed to be critical infrastructure
Apply online using NYSERDA’s application portal.
Applications close at 5 PM Eastern Time on December 31, 2019.
Click
here for the full solicitation from NYSERDA.
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Maryland Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Program Accepting Applications
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The Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Program (AFIP) is intended to aid in the development of alternative fuel refilling/charging infrastructure in the state of Maryland. As such, Maryland Energy Administration anticipates issuing one or more grants to applicants for installation of alternative fuel refilling/charging stations in Maryland.
The total amount of funding currently available for this grant program in FY20 is up to $500,000. The grant will cover 50% of the project cost with a hydrogen refueling station maximum grant being $300,000 per station.
Click
here for the 2019 program announcement and application forms. To review the full program guidelines, click
here.
Application Deadline: December 31, 2019
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South Coast AQMD Hydrogen Infrastructure Partnership Program
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This Program Opportunity Notice (PON) seeks to expand the availability of hydrogen refueling infrastructure in the South Coast AQMD region by making available a source of co-funding that can be accessed by the
Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee (MSRC’s) strategic partners. The intent is to provide funding that can be used to improve the financial viability of a candidate hydrogen refueling station that has already undergone vetting by the Energy Commission or South Coast AQMD, or is being proposed by a public agency or industry stakeholder that will undergo evaluation by the MSRC, Energy Commission, or South Coast AQMD. The goal is to have this funding source readily available so it can be tapped by our strategic partners during and within the course of their regular procurement processes.
To this end, the MSRC has allocated $3,000,000 in Clean Transportation Funding from its FY 2016-’18 Work Program for the MSRC’s Hydrogen Infrastructure Partnership Program. This is an
initial funding allocation; the MSRC reserves the right to increase the funding available under this PON by allocating additional funds from either the FY 2016-’18 Discretionary Fund or a future Work Program.
The period of submittal under this PON closes on April 10, 2020, unless extended by the MSRC.
Click
here for the full Program Opportunity Notice from the South Coast AQMD.
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New York State Retail Energy Storage Incentives Program
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The New York State Energy Research and Development Agency provides funding to reduce costs of adding new energy storage technologies through the Retail Energy Storage Incentives Program. This program focuses on commercial energy storage through on-site technologies like fuel cells and solar generation.
To qualify for the program, energy storage systems must:
- Be sized up to 5 megawatts (MW) of alternating current (AC) power
- Be new, permanent, and stationary
- Be located in New York State
- Use thermal, chemical, or mechanical commercially-available technology primarily operated for electric load management or shifting on-site renewable generation to more beneficial time periods
- Provide value to a customer under an investor-owned utility rate, including delivery charges or New York State’s value of distributed energy resources (VDER)
- Interconnect either behind a customer’s electric meter or directly into the distribution system
Click
here
for complete details about the program and how to apply.
Applications accepted until the funding amounts have been met.
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