FCHEA Welcomes Two New Tier 3 Members! | The Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA) is excited to announce our newest Tier 3 members, Bosal and Infinity Fuel Cell and Hydrogen! | |
BOSAL is a family-owned, Dutch-registered company with its headquarters in Lummen, Belgium. BOSAL is a leading manufacturer in the fields of mobility and energy, with 17 industrial sites, 12 distribution centers, 7 R&D centers and 2,500 employees worldwide. Serving multiple markets including automotive emission control systems, automotive chassis applications and energy solutions, BOSAL provides specific heat exchanger solutions for solid oxide fuel cells (SOFC) and solid oxide electrolyzers (SOEC).
Click here to visit Bosal's website.
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Infinity Fuel Cell and Hydrogen, Inc., designs, develops, and manufactures fuel cell and electrolysis systems primarily for aerospace and defense markets. Since starting as a research, development business, Infinity has progressed to supply complete fuel cell stacks and systems to NASA, the U.S. Navy, and other DoD and commercial space and aerospace customers. Infinity’s patented zero-gravity capable, fuel cell and electrolyzer systems are designed to meet the increasing demand for air-independent, spaceflight power supply and oxygen generation.
Click here to visit Infinity Fuel Cell and Hydrogen's website.
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FCHEA Joins the Global Hydrogen Industry Association Alliance | |
On May 25, the Global Hydrogen Industry Association (GHIAA), a collaboration between national associations from around the world, officially launched with the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA) representing the United States, joining 17 other countries as founding members. The alliance will set up a network and data hub in the hydrogen field to boost cooperation in terms of deregulation, policy steps, and technology development.
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A photo of the founding members of the organization. (Source: Yonhap News)
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Fuel Cell & Hydrogen Energy Industry Headlines | |
Air Liquide Hydrogen Plant Officially Opened in North Las Vegas | |
On May 24, FCHEA member Air Liquide announced that it had officially opened its liquid hydrogen production and logistics infrastructure facility in North Las Vegas, Nevada. The facility is due to produce 30 tonnes of liquid hydrogen per day to meet the growing demand of hydrogen for a variety of industries, including mobility.
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A overhead shot of the plant. (Source: Air Liquide)
Click here for the news article from H2 View.
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Bosch to Invest $1.6 Billion in Hydrogen Technology by 2025 | |
On June 7, FCHEA member Bosch announced that it was investing $1.6 billion towards hydrogen technology. These investments will include funding for fuel cells for mobility, where the company will produce both the fuel cell stack as well as individual components. The company is also investing $600 million into producing electrolyzers and electrolyzer component parts.
Click here for the press release from Bosch.
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Bloom Energy to Build 10 MW Electrolyzer in Oklahoma | |
On May 24, FCHEA member Bloom Energy announced that it had signed an agreement with LSB Industries, a agricultural and industrial chemical producer, to build a 10 megawatt (MW) solid oxide electrolyzer at LSB’s Pryor, Oklahoma, facility. The project is expected to generate green hydrogen that will contribute to the synthesis of approximately 13,000 metric tons of zero-carbon ammonia per year.
Click here for the press release from Bloom Energy.
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ZeroAvia Strikes New Agreement with MHIRJ to Advance Regional Jet Plans | |
On May 25, FCHEA member ZeroAvia announced that it had signed an expanded agreement with MHI RJ Aviation Group (MHIRJ), an aviation supply company. MHIRJ will provide engineering services, aircraft integration, and OEM experience to support the certification of ZeroAvia’s hydrogen-electric powertrain for retrofit onto airframes in the regional jet markets.
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A photo of what the ZeroAvia plane could look like. (Source: ZeroAvia)
Click here for the press release from ZeroAvia.
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Renewable Innovations, Alicon Yachts Collaborate on Hydrogen Fueling Station | |
On June 15, FCHEA member Renewable Innovations announced that it was collaborating with Alicon Yachts, a ship management company, to create hydrogen fueling stations for docked yachts. The two companies aim to reduce diesel generator usage at docksides and reduce the carbon footprint of yacht operations.
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A photo of a hydrogen fueling station at a Marina. (Source: Renewable Innovations)
Click here for the press release from Renewable Innovations.
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Piasecki Shares Details on Hydrogen Helicopter Utilizing HyPoint Fuel Cells | |
On June 1, Piasecki Aircraft, an aircraft prototyping and manufacturing company, shared more details on its upcoming hydrogen-powered helicopter, fueled by FCHEA member HyPoint's fuel cells. The two companies are working together to produce turbo air-cooled, high-temperature hydrogen fuel cell systems for the eVTOL (emerging civil electric vertical takeoff and landing) market. The deal with HyPoint calls for the development of five 650-kW hydrogen fuel cell systems for the PA-890 and the two companies intend to make the new system available to other eVTOL makers.
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A photo of the PA-890 in action. (Source: Piasecki)
Click here for the news article from Ainonline.
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Bloom Energy, Westinghouse to Accelerate Hydrogen Production in Nuclear Industry | |
On June 6, Bloom Energy announced that it had signed a Letter of Intent with Westinghouse Electric Company, a nuclear manufacturer, to pursue clean hydrogen production in the commercial nuclear power market. The companies are teaming to identify and implement clean hydrogen projects across the nuclear industry and will jointly develop an optimized and large-scale electrolysis solution for nuclear reactors.
Click here for the press release from Bloom Energy.
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ZeroAvia & Otto Aviation Partner to Deliver New Hydrogen-Electric Airframe Design | |
On June 15, ZeroAvia announced a collaboration with Otto Aviation, a advanced airplane manufacturer, to develop a hydrogen-electric powertrain to power Otto’s Celera aircraft. Under the agreement, Otto and ZeroAvia will work to integrate ZeroAvia’s ZA600 zero-emission engines into Otto’s Celera aircraft. Their airplane is designed to produce zero emissions, and will hold up to 19 passengers for intercontinental flights.
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A model of what the airplane will look like. (Source: ZeroAvia)
Click here for the press release from ZeroAvia.
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Hyzon Receives Zero-Emissions Certification From California Air Resources Board | |
On June 7, FCHEA member Hyzon Motors announced that the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has certified its Class 8, 7, and 6 Repowers as exempt from emission requirements, enabling the company to sell fuel cell electric trucks in California. With this certification, Hyzon will offer the first commercially available repowered Class 8, Class 7 and Class 6 FCEVs in California.
Click here for the press release from Hyzon Motors.
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Nikola FCEV Truck Finishes First Phase of Real-World Testing | |
On May 25, FCHEA member Nikola announced that its alpha Tre FCEV models had completed the first phase of real-world testing and would be prepared for the next phase this summer. The first phase saw the two trucks complete over 12,000 clean miles logged with Anheuser-Busch, with logistics company TTSI operating the next pilot phase in June.
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A side shot of the FCEV truck in action. (Source: Nikola)
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ZeroAvia Signs Agreement to Provide 100 Powertrains to Retrofit Aircraft | |
On June 8, ZeroAvia announced that it had reached an agreement with MONTE, a regional aircraft leasing company, to offer aircraft leasing and purchase options for zero-emission flights. Under the deal, MONTE will purchase up to 100 ZA600 powertrains to be installed on existing and new Cessna Caravan, DHC-6 Twin Otter, Dornier 228 and HAL-228 aircraft. MONTE and ZeroAvia aim to retrofit the aircraft for clients starting in 2024 and will provide and finance maintenance and hydrogen availability services to support these operations.
Click here for the press release from ZeroAvia.
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Chart Industries Acquires Fronti Fabrications | |
On May 31, FCHEA member Chart Industries announced that it had completed the acquisition of Fronti Fabricators, a engineering, machining, and welding firm focused on the cryogenic and gas industries. Fronti will work to expand Chart’s cold box manufacturing capacity and capability, including work currently underway on Chart hydrogen and helium liquefiers.
Click here for the press release from Chart Industries.
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Infinity Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Achieves AS9100 Certification | |
On June 6, FCHEA member Infinity Fuel Cell and Hydrogen announced that it had achieved AS9100 certification for its processes in R&D and production for aerospace applications. This certification ensures that the company's products meet industry standards, and the company is ready to begin more large-scale manufacturing.
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The Infinity team celebrating the certification. (Source: Infinity)
Click here for the press release from Infinity Fuel Cell.
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Secretary of Energy Kicks off DOE Annual Merit Review, Releases H2Hubs Notice of Intent, Releases Incubator Program Updates | |
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) hosted the Hydrogen Program’s Annual Merit Review (AMR) from June 6-8. Secretary Jennifer Granholm highlighted the plenary session, which included the announcement of the Notice of Intent for the $8 billion Regional Hydrogen Hub program and the launch of the Hydrogen Shot Incubator program, which will offer a $2.6 million prize. Proposals for the incubator are due by August 17 and DOE anticipates the full Funding Opportunity Announcement for the Hydrogen Hubs in September or October.
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Secretary Granholm headed the plenary event, covering a wide range of topics. (Source: DOE)
Click here to visit the AMR Attendee Hub Meeting website for more information.
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DOE Finalizes $504 Million Loan Guarantee for Utah Clean Hydrogen Project, White House Invokes Defense Production Act | |
On June 9, DOE announced the finalization of the $504 million loan guarantee for the Intermountain Power Plant hydrogen project, through DOE’s Loan Program Office. This is the first federal loan guarantee for a clean energy project since 2014. In addition, the White House announced it would be invoking the Defense Production Act to encourage the domestic manufacture of clean energy technologies, including electrolyzers and fuel cells. Click here for the White House’s fact sheet detailing this proposal.
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NREL Demonstrates High-Flow-Rate Hydrogen Fueling for Heavy-Duty Applications | |
On June 8, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) announced that it had successfully demonstrated high-flow-rate hydrogen fueling into a heavy-duty vehicle system using NREL’s Energy Systems Integration Facility. The project—a collaboration with Air Liquide, Honda, Shell, and Toyota—seeks to compete with the conventional fueling times of diesel vehicles via hydrogen fueling. The NREL team exceeded this diesel mass flow in a small test, and this intermediate milestone will pave the way for the project to meet the ultimate milestone of completing a 60-80 kg fill in under 10 minutes with the fast mass flow rates.
Click here for the press release from NREL.
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Secretary Granholm Visits University of Connecticut to Highlight Clean Energy Tech | |
On May 24, Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm spoke at the University of Connecticut to highlight the importance of clean energy and the Department’s activities. FCHEA member HyAxiom’s hydrogen fuel cell served as a backdrop and highlight at the event.
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A photo of the speech. Note the HyAxiom brand fuel cell in the back. (Source: HyAxiom)
Click here for the Twitter post from HyAxiom.
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Plug Power to Build Hydrogen Generation Plant in Europe at Port of Antwerp-Bruges | |
On June 8, FCHEA member Plug Power announced that it will build a 35-tons-per-day green hydrogen generation plant at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, in Belgium. Plug signed a 30-year concession agreement to build the plant at the Belgian port, and plans to erect a 100-megawatt green hydrogen plant, using its own electrolyzer and liquefaction technology, on 28 acres of land leased under the agreement.
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From right to left the photo includes: George McNamee, Chairman at Plug Power, Andy Marsh, CEO at Plug Power, Jacques Vandermeiren, CEO of the Port of Antwerp-Bruges and Jon Jambon, Minister of Flanders (Source: FCHEA)
Plug will produce up to 12,500 tons per year of liquid and gaseous green hydrogen for the European market. Construction of the plant will begin upon completion of the permitting process, anticipated in late 2023. Initial production of green hydrogen is expected in late 2024, and plant commissioning will be in 2025.
Click here for the press release from Plug Power.
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Toyota Develops New Portable Hydrogen Cartridge Prototype | |
On June 2, FCHEA member Toyota and and its subsidiary, Woven Planet Holdings announced that the two companies had developed a working prototype of a portable hydrogen cartridge. This cartridge design is small enough to facilitate the everyday transport and supply of hydrogen energy to power a broad range of applications. The size of the cartridge also allows for easy swapping, quick recharging, and small-scale infrastructure requirements.
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A example of what the cartridge looks like. (Source: Toyota)
Click here for the press release from Toyota.
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BMW Factory Integrates Intelligent Energy’s Fuel Cell Module to Power AGVs | |
On May 30, FCHEA member Intelligent Energy announced that its fuel cell modules were chosen to power FCHEA member BMW's car manufacturing facility located in Leipzig, Germany. Over the past 2 years, Intelligent Energy and BMW have been working to develop hydrogen-powered fuel cell modules for the for the Automated Guided Vehicles (AGV) in operation at the factory. The first of the AGVs has proven successful since its first operation in January this year and retrofitting efforts are expected to continue.
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Here's a photo of what the AGVs look like on the floor. (Source: Intelligent Energy)
Click here for the press release from Intelligent Energy.
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Bloom Energy's First South Korean SOFC Power Plant Becomes Operational | |
On June 9, Bloom Energy announced that its first South Korean solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC) power plant entered into operation. The 4.2-megawatt SOFC power plant is run by Korea East-West Power, a South Korean power generation company. Heat generated in the process of operating fuel cells will be supplied free of charge for 20 years for heating and hot water to a swimming pool in the leisure and sports center.
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The ribbon cutting ceremony at the plant. (Source: Korea East-West Power)
Click here for a news article from the Aju Business Daily.
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Hyundai Hosts Advanced Air Mobility Tech Day, Highlights Hydrogen Drone | |
On May 26, FCHEA member Hyundai hosted the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Tech Day at the Hyundai Motor Studio in Goyang, South Korea. At the event Hyundai unveiled Project N, a multicopter drone developed for research purposes that runs on hydrogen. The regional air mobility (RAM) vehicle has become the country’s first hydrogen-powered aircraft to be certified as airworthy, and has already completed several test flights.
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The drone is 6 meters wide with a maximum take-off weight of 700 kilograms. (Source: Hyundai)
Click here for the news article from The Korea Bizwire.
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Air Products Signs Agreement For Hydrogen Ammonia Production in Oman | |
On May 26, FCHEA member Air Products announced that it had signed a joint development agreement with OQ, an Omani integrated energy group, and ACWA Power, a international energy company. The agreement will have the three companies work towards creating a clean hydrogen-based ammonia production facility powered by renewable energy in Oman.
Click here for the press release from Air Products.
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Air Liquide Announces Joint Development of Hydrogen Infrastructure at Airports | |
On June 15, Air Liquide and Groupe ADP, a French airport management company, announced that the two companies are expanding their collaboration. The purpose of this joint venture will be to provide airports in France and across the world with the engineering and services needed to transition to hydrogen. The two companies will work to provide a wide range of feasibility, engineering, and technical studies.
Click here for the press release from Air Liquide.
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FuelCell Energy Signs Memorandum of Understanding with TuNur in Tunisia | |
On June 6, FCHEA member FuelCell Energy announced that it had signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on electrolyzer deployment with TuNur Ltd., an independent renewable energy and green hydrogen developer based in North Africa and Europe. The two companies have stated that the collaboration will focus on Tunisia due to it's low-cost solar production potential and proximity to European markets.
Click here for the press release from FuelCell Energy.
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Howden Supplies Hydrogen Compressors To Fuel Container Vessels | |
On June 13, FCHEA member Howden announced that it had signed a contract with European Energy, a clean energy firm, to supply five hydrogen compressor units for European Energy to utilize in its new green hydrogen production site. The compressors will deliver green hydrogen as feedstock to e-methanol production which will then fuel maritime transportation.
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A photo of what the compressors look like. (Source: Howden)
Click here for the press release from Howden.
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Intelligent Energy Signs South Korean Manufacturing License Agreement | |
On June 9, Intelligent Energy announced that it had signed an agreement with Hogreen Air, a South Korean drone and clean energy manufacturer, to jointly produce hydrogen fuel cells in South Korea. Hogreen has been integrating Intelligent Energy’s fuel cell modules into drones and will expand manufacturing to produce fuel cells for power generation and other mobility products.
Click here for the press release from Intelligent Energy.
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Johnson Matthey Technology Selected for Use in Spanish Clean Hydrogen Plant | |
On May 24, FCHEA member Johnson Matthey announced that its water gas shift technology had been selected for use by Aramco and Repsol at a new synthetic fuels plant in Bilbao, Spain. The technology will support the green fuel plant, which is expected to run completely on clean hydrogen.
Click here for the press release from Johnson Matthey.
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Advent Technologies Receives $825 million in Funding from Greece, EU | |
On June 16, FCHEA member Advent Technologies announced that it had received funding from the Greek government under the Important Projects of Common European Interest (IPCEI) system. The notification from Greece has been sent to the EU under the IPCEI framework, and upon EU ratification, total funding of €782.1 million ($825 million) for Advent’s project will be made available over a period of six years. The project will focus on producing electrolyzers and fuel cell systems in western Greece.
Click here for the press release from Advent Technologies.
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Hexagon Purus Celebrates Groundbreaking for New Production Site in Germany | |
On June 10, FCHEA member Hexagon Purus held a groundbreaking ceremony in Kassel, Germany, to celebrate the start of construction on its new production center. The factory will produce hydrogen cylinders, and will also have a R&D section designed to test new products. The expansion is expected to create 150 new jobs and operations are scheduled to start in 2023.
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Representatives from Hexagon and the city of Kassel start the ceremonial groundbreaking. (Source: Hexagon Purus)
Click here for the press release from Hexagon Purus.
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Technip Energies Chosen as Engineering Firm for Norwegian Green Ammonia Project | |
On June 2, FCHEA member Technip Energies announced that it had been selected by IVERSON eFuels AS, a Special Purpose Vehicle between CIP, Hy2gen and Trafigura, to perform the engineering design of a complete green ammonia plant at Sauda, Rogaland, Norway. The phase 1 of the project includes a green ammonia plant, ammonia storage, and a offloading system. The Iverson project will have an initial electrolysis capacity of 300 megawatts to produce 600 metric tons of green ammonia per day.
Click here for the press release from Technip Energies.
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Hyzon Motors Expands Through Acquisition of German Truck Manufacturers | |
On June 13, Hyzon Motors announced that it had acquired ORTEN Betriebs GmbH and subsidiaries, and ORTEN Electric Trucks GmbH, German manufacturers of truck and trailer bodies. The acquisition, which is expected to close in Q4 2022, brings three fully-operational production facilities and a team of over 80 employees under the Hyzon umbrella.
Click here for the press release from Hyzon.
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Neptune Lines to Test Marine Applications of Advent Technologies’ Fuel Cells | |
On June 1, Advent Technologies announced that it had signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Neptune Lines, a vehicle logistics provider, to conduct a pilot program to explore the application of a fuel cell-based auxiliary power system onboard Neptune’s marine cargo vessels.
Click here for the press release from Advent.
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GenCell, ABB Deliver Hydrogen-based Generator Backup for Israeli Hospital | |
On May 26, FCHEA member GenCell announced that it was working with ABB, a Swedish-Swiss electrical manufacturing company, to deliver a hydrogen-based backup generator for the Hillel Yaffe Medical Center, in Israel. Following the success of the initial installation, Hillel Yaffe Medical Center plans to install additional units to backup other critical medical equipment and reduce grid dependency.
Click here for the news article from EnergyTech.
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Loop Energy Partners with ARCC to Expand into Australian Hydrogen Bus Market | |
On June 6, FCHEA member Loop Energy announced that it was working with Aluminium Revolutionary Chassis Company (ARCC), a Australian bus manufacturer, to provide hydrogen-fueled buses. Loop Energy’s T600 (60 kW) fuel cell module will be integrated into ARCC’s 12.5-metre Viking Hydrolight city bus model, which aims to be in service in Australian cities by 2023.
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A example of what the bus looks like. (Source: Loop Energy)
Click here for the press release from Loop Energy.
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PowerCell's Fuel Cell System Used in Prototype Hydrogen-Electric Hauler | |
On June 13, FCHEA member PowerCell announced that it was working with Volvo Construction Equipment, a Swedish construction firm, in order to create a hydrogen-electric hauler prototype. The hauler will utilize PowerCell's industrial fuel cell system, and is expected to operate for approximately four hours of operations. The six wheel vehicle weighs 35 tons and can be filled with 12 kg of hydrogen in 7.5 minutes.
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An example of the hauler in action. (Source: PowerCell)
Click here for the press release from PowerCell.
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Terrestrial Energy to Collaborate on Hydrogen Production via Nuclear Energy | |
On June 9, FCHEA member Terrestrial Energy announced that it had signed an agreement with KBR, an international chemical manufacturer, to investigate the application of zero-emission thermal energy for hydrogen and ammonia production. Through the collaboration, KBR and Terrestrial will analyze the integration of Terrestrial's Integral Molten Salt Reactor (IMSR®) nuclear cogeneration technology for use in green ammonia and hydrogen production.
Click here for the press release from Terrestrial Energy.
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Ionomr, TTP Will Work to Produce Commercially Available Electrolyzer by 2025 | |
On June 7, FCHEA member Ionomr Innovations announced that it had entered into an agreement with TTP, a European clean energy manufacturing company, to demonstrate a clean energy electrolyzer that can be mass produced. The joint development is expected to deliver electrolyzers capable of producing green hydrogen with low operating and capital costs, and the two companies aim to make the electrolyzers commercially available by 2025.
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Charles Cooke, TTP’s Sustainable Energy Technology Lead, meeting with Andrew Belletti, Sr. Director, Sales & Marketing for Ionomr Innovations at the Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Europe Exhibition at Hannover Messe last week. (Source: Ionomr)
Click here for the press release from Ionomr.
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PowerCell Receives Hydrogen Technology Order From European Aviation Start-Up | |
On June 10, PowerCell Sweden announced that it had received an order from a European aviation start-up for approximately 47 million Konra ($4.7 million USD) worth of fuel cell systems through 2023. The order includes delivering fuel cell systems with a total capacity of several megawatts as well as engineering services and laboratory testing.
Click here for the press release from PowerCell.
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Nuvera Announces Fuel Cell Engine Order from Spanish Research Institute | |
On June 16, FCHEA member Nuvera Fuel Cells announced that it had received an order for a fuel cell engine by CMT, a research organization based at the Universitat Politècnica de València, Spain. CMT is building a 200 kW fuel cell test bench facility where it will evaluate the use of Nuvera’s fuel cell engines for multiple motive applications, such as road and aerospace sectors, as the primary power unit or as a range-extender power supply system.
Click here for the press release from Nuvera Fuel Cells.
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Hexagon Purus Receives Order for Hydrogen Distribution Systems in Poland | |
On June 16, Hexagon Purus announced that it had received a follow-on order from Ze-Pak, the largest private Polish electricity producer. The company will provide hydrogen distribution systems, and the value of the order is approximately €3.5 million ($3.6 million).
Click here for the press release from Hexagon Purus.
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Advent’s Fuel Cell Unit Helps Set a New World Record for FCEV and BEV Cars | |
On June 8, Advent announced that it contributed to the new world record for the longest distance ever covered by a hydrogen vehicle without refueling. The record was broken within the framework of an innovative project conducted by ARM Engineering, a French based research and development firm. ARM Engineering selected Advent's new methanol-based fuel cell for use in its electric Renault Zoe vehicle.
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Advent’s H3 5000 methanol-based fuel cell unit in action. (Source: Advent)
The project took place at the Albi circuit in France over the course of three days. As part of the demonstration, five drivers from ARM Engineering drove the modified Renault Zoe non-stop from early morning until midnight, surpassing the previously achieved world record of 1,360 km (845 miles) and managing to cover a total of 2,055.68 km (1277.34 mi).
Click here for the press release from Advent.
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Nel ASA Receives Purchase Order for an Electrolyzer System | |
On June 2, FCHEA member Nel ASA announced that it had received an 3 million euro ($3.2 million) order for a electrolyzer system for Glencore Nikkelverk, a Norwegian metal fabrication company. The green hydrogen from the electrolyzer system will be used for production of hydrochloric acid and the electrolyzer will be delivered mid 2023.
Click here for the press release from Nel ASA.
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Johnson Matthey Expands Presence in Green Hydrogen With Stake in Electrolyzer Manufacturer | |
On May 25, Johnson Matthey announced that it was entering into a strategic partnership with Enapter, an alkaline anion exchange membrane (AEM) electrolyzer manufacturer. The partnership will include collaborating on the joint development of advanced components for Enapter’s AEM stacks and the supply of specialized catalysts.
Click here for the press release from Johnson Matthey.
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Advent Signs MoU with Laskaridis to Supply Fuel Cells for Marine Applications | |
On June 3, Advent Technologies announced that it had signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Laskaridis Shipping Company, a Greek ship management company, to conduct a pilot program. The agreement will have Advent supply Laskaridis Shipping with its methanol-powered fuel cells. Laskaridis Shipping will then install these systems on selected dry bulk vessels to assess their overall performance as auxiliary, back-up, or emergency power sources.
Click here for the press release from Advent.
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August 29-31, 2022
Cleveland, Ohio
Thermal Management Expo brings together senior engineers and decision makers with suppliers of thermal systems and materials to discuss the latest innovations and solutions for thermal management across automotive, aerospace & defense, energy/energy storage, telecom/5G, electronics, and medical applications.
Thermal Management Expo features a free to attend conference and focused workshops on specific thermal management challenges. Expect to see keynotes, panel discussions and technical presentations on emerging technologies, material testing and validation, application design challenges and system integration from senior executives and thought leaders from OEMs, system integrators and technology suppliers.
Click here for more information.
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Gastech 2022 Exhibition & Conference |
September 5-8, 2022
Fiera Milano, Italy
The Gastech conference will cover a wide variety of subjects related to global gas, LNG, hydrogen and other aspects of the energy value chain. Over 900 speakers are expected to speak on new commercial and technical developments, including ministers, CEOs and policymakers. Outdoor space will be available for those who wish to demonstrate low-carbon technologies and mobility solutions.
Click here for more information.
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Commercial Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Expo | |
September 6-8, 2022
The Commercial UAV Expo is occurring this year on September 6th - 8th. The event will feature exhibits and demonstrations by UAS solutions providers; keynotes, panel discussions, and presentations with interactive Q&A and chat; AI-powered networking; and more. Industries covered include Construction; Drone Delivery; Energy & Utilities; Forestry & Agriculture; Infrastructure & Transportation; Mining & Aggregates; Public Safety & Emergency Services; Security; and Surveying & Mapping.
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Department of Energy Hosts Global Clean Energy Action Forum | |
September 21-23, 2022
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
The U.S. Department of Energy will host the first-ever Global Clean Energy Action Forum — a joint convening of the 13th Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM) and 7th Mission Innovation (MI) ministerial — along with partners in the private sector, academia, innovators, civil society, youth, and communities everywhere in Pittsburgh, PA. The three-day event will feature distinguished plenaries, topical roundtables with energy and science ministers from at least 30 countries, CEOs and experts, partner-driven Side Events, a Clean Energy Technology Showcase, receptions, and other festivities.
The theme for the GCEAF is “Rapid Innovation and Deployment.” The focus will be on accelerating the pace and scale of innovation of energy technologies through collaboration and shared strategies, as well as shortening the RDD&D continuum to achieve commercialization to combat the climate crisis.
Click here for more information on the event, and to sign up for event reminders.
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Second Hydrogen Americas Summit | |
October 10-11, 2022
Washington, DC
The Sustainable Energy Council and the U.S. Department of Energy have announced the dates for the Second Hydrogen Americas Summit. The summit will host a wide range of figures, including government representatives, hydrogen and energy stakeholders, service providers and end-users who will focus on the latest policy developments in the hydrogen industry.
The Summit is designed to facilitate alliances through interactive panels, hydrogen projects pitch session, and multiple roundtable debates with thematic focuses ranging from clean hydrogen policies and new technologies to commercial opportunities in decarbonizing hard to abate sectors as well as nuclear fusion opportunities for the future.
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Save the Date! Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Seminar Announced | |
February 7-9, 2023
Long Beach, California
The Hydrogen & Fuel Cell Seminar, the most established and comprehensive fuel cell and hydrogen energy conference in the U.S., is headed back to Long Beach, California, February 7-9, 2022!
The Seminar combines high-level plenary and keynote talks, technical poster and breakout sessions, a bustling Exhibit Hall, networking receptions, a half-day U.S. Department of Energy workshop, and much more.
Stay tuned for more details – you can contact Jennifer Gangi at jgangi@fchea.org or click here for more information on the event.
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Transport Topics | 27 May 2022
Germany Looks to Speed up Green Hydrogen Development in Australia
Reuters | 27 May 2022
G7 Countries Send Clear Message for More Climate Action and Ambitious Environmental Policy
BMUV | 27 May 2022
Clean Canadian Hydrogen can Help Europe Shift Away From Russian Oil, Gas
Global News | 27 May 2022
China Has Discreetly Taken 10% of the World's Market for Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Vehicles. Here's a Look at the Company Leading the Charge
South China Morning Post | 28 May 2022
Hydrogen Startup ZeroAvia Has a Zero-Emission Vision, But its Next Plane is a Hybrid
TechCrunch | 28 May 2022
Pennsylvania Applying for $2 Billion in Push to Build Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub
WDIY 88.1 | 28 May 2022
Red and Blue States Race to Become Hydrogen Energy Hubs
Popular Science | 29 May 2022
Europe’s Largest Port Plans To Become A Major Hydrogen Hub
Tank Terminals | 30 May 2022
Caterpillar to Launch Demonstration Project Using Hydrogen-Fueled Combined Heat and Power System
Caterpillar | 31 May 2022
Toyota Providing Mobile Retail Fuel Cell Vehicle to Support Reconstruction in Fukushima Prefecture
Green Congress | 31 May 2022
A German Firm hit a New Record Altitude of 7,230 Feet with a Hydrogen Aircraft
Interesting Engineering | 1 June 2022
Inside the Misconception that Hydrogen is a Significant Warming Risk
GreenBiz | 2 June 2022
Bipartisan Support Continues for Gov. Wolf Clean Hydrogen Hub Ambitions
Pennsylvania Governor's Office | 3 June 2022
Next Hydrogen Ranked #1 Among Publicly Traded Companies in The Future 50 Fastest-Growing Sustainable Companies in Canada
Yahoo Finance | 3 June 2022
FuelCell Energy to Ring Nasdaq Opening Bell, June 7, 2022 in Celebration of 22 Years Trading on the Exchange
Yahoo Finance | 6 June 2022
Americans to Produce Green Hydrogen in Port of Antwerp
NWS Flanders News | 7 June 2022
DOE Aims to Decarbonize Heavy Industry with $8B Hydrogen Hub Project
Utility Dive | 7 June 2022
Plug Power Bets on Green-Hydrogen Production
Wall Street Journal | 8 June 2022
WalMart Expands Transportation Partnerships With Electric, Hydrogen Vehicle Pilots
Reuters | 8 June 2022
DOE Launches $8 billion Program for Clean Hydrogen Hubs Across US
WorldOil | 8 June 2022
Sen. Ossoff Leads Historic Coalition Push for Hydrogen Energy Investments in Georgia & the Southeast
Sen. Ossoff's Office | 8 June 2022
Successful Deployment of Hydrogen Technology Will Require Clear Regulations and an Efficient Permitting Process
RealClearEnergy | 9 June 2022
Hyzon Fuel Cell Truck Impresses With Power and Zero Emissions
CCJ Digital | 9 June 2022
Researchers Run a Gas Turbine on Pure Hydrogen in World First
News Atlas | 10 June 2022
Path to Cost-Effective Hydrogen Seems Clear, But Financing Deals Remains a Challenge, Panelists Say
UtilityDrive | 13 June 2022
Hydrogen at Risk of Being Missed Opportunity, According to DNV Report
Offshore Engineer | 14 June 2022
DOE to Support Clean Energy Transition in 12 Remote and Island Communities
DOE | 14 June 2022
Oil Giant BP Swoops for Largest Stake in $36bn Green Hydrogen Mega-Project in Australia
Recharge | 15 June 2022
DOE Announces Winners of the First Hydrogen Business Case Prize Competition
DOE | 15 June 2022
Europe Increases Scope, Ambition of Hydrogen Plan
Reuters | 15 June 2022
EU’s Electrolyzer Plan Wins Broad Support, Faces Challenges
Reuters | 15 June 2022
NextEra’s Plan to Ditch Carbon Is a Huge Bet on Hydrogen
Bloomberg | 15 June 2022
Less Carbon, More Autonomy: Europe Says Yes to Clean Hydrogen
EU Commission | 16 June 2022
Europe Will Fail to Hit Clean Hydrogen Targets Without Approval of Projects
Financial Times | 16 June 2022
Hydrogen Poised to Play Prominent Role in the World’s Energy Transition
Power | 16 June 2022
EU 2030 Green Hydrogen Target Feasible With Creativity, Aligned Subsidies
S & P Global | 16 June 2022
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Requests for Papers, Proposals, & Information | |
HFTO Hydrogen Shot Incubator | |
The DOE has opened the Hydrogen Shot Incubator Program, which includes the $2.6 million dollars in prize money that is available. The Hydrogen Shot Incubator targets technologies that incorporate novel ideas, particularly from entities not already receiving DOE funding. This prize will fast-track efforts to identify, develop, and test disruptive technologies to decrease the cost of clean hydrogen production. Interested parties are encouraged to apply.
There will be a webinar with more details on the program on July 7th
Proposals for the Incubator are due by August 17,
Click here for more information on the program, and click here to register for the July 7th Webinar.
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DOE Announces Call For Joint U.S.–Israel Clean Energy Technology Proposals | |
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in partnership with Israel’s Ministry of Energy and the Israel Innovation Authority, has announced $4 million in available funding for developing innovative clean energy technologies. This year’s call for proposals focuses explicitly on combating climate change through innovation that scales up carbon-free technologies and reduces the climate impact of natural gas and other associated infrastructure, such as carbon capture and methods to reduce leakage in natural gas systems.
Final proposals are due by close of business on August 16, 2022.
Click here for more information.
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European Clean Hydrogen Partnership Launches First Call for Proposals | |
On March 1st, The Clean Hydrogen Partnership announced its first call for proposals. The Partnership has over €300 million ($326 million) allocated for a 41 topics including, strategic research challenges, renewable hydrogen production, hydrogen storage and distribution, and much more.
The call will have two deadlines, the first covering €179 million of the funding for 26 topics, and the second covering the remaining €121 million in funding for 15 other topics.
The next deadline is due September 20, 2022.
Click here for more information on this funding opportunity and for information on how to apply.
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CEC Zero-Emission Vehicle and ZEV-Related In-State Manufacturing Funding Opportunities |
The California Energy Commission is authorized to provide $125 million towards grants that “increase in-state manufacturing of zero-emission vehicles, zero-emission vehicle components, and zero-emission vehicle charging or refueling equipment.”
Based on feedback received from pre-solicitation workshops, CEC staff are planning to develop two competitive grant funding solicitations. The first solicitation will focus on ZEVs and ZEV-Related Manufacturing and will offer grant funding to projects that increase the in-state manufacturing of ZEVs, ZEV components (including batteries), and ZEV charging/refueling infrastructure whose products are available for commercial sale. CEC staff expects to release this grant funding solicitation in Spring 2022 to accept applications for funding. CEC staff expects to initially offer $60 million under this solicitation, with the ability to increase this amount in the future.
A second solicitation will focus on seeking a third-party block grant implementer who will, with guidance and oversight from the CEC, design and implement grant funding incentives that promote in-state battery manufacturing and production in the clean transportation sector. A pre-solicitation workshop is planned for the end of January 2022, with a competitive solicitation to select the implementer expected to be released in late Spring 2022. CEC staff expects to initially offer $25 million under this solicitation, with the ability to increase this amount in the future.
More information will be available in Spring 2022.
Click here for program docketing information.
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DOE Launches $8 Billion Program for Clean Hydrogen Hubs | |
On June 6th, the Department of Energy (DOE) released a Notice of Intent (NOI) for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law's (BIL) $8 billion clean hydrogen hub program. The hubs will seek to create networks of hydrogen producers, consumers, and local connective infrastructure to accelerate the use of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier. The production, processing, delivery, storage, and end-use of clean hydrogen, including innovative uses in the industrial sector, is crucial to DOE’s strategy.
DOE will select proposals that prioritize employment opportunities and address hydrogen feedstocks, end uses, and geographic diversity. The NOI provides a high-level draft plan for DOE’s current vision to meet the BIL requirements for the hydrogen hubs, which will be supported by DOE’s Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations and Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office.
A Funding Opportunity Announcement will be released in the near future.
Click here for more information on the Notice of Intent.
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Transmission Facilitation Program Request for Information | |
The Department of Energy (DOE) has requested feedback on the proposed implementation approach for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law supported Transmission Facilitation Program (TFP), a $2.5 Billion revolving fund that will help build out new interregional transmission lines across the country. On May 26 from 1-2 PM ET, DOE will host a webinar reviewing the recently released Notice of Intent and Request for Information, seeking feedback on the proposed implementation approach, specifically for applicants seeking capacity contracts.
Click here for program information, and click here for the informational webinar.
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HVIP Relaunches, Vouchers Available for Hydrogen Powered Vehicles | |
California's Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) re-opened to voucher requests on March 30, 2022. HVIP remains open for all voucher requests, including standard HVIP funds, and the set-asides for transit and school buses. In total, nearly $430 million was made available for voucher requests.
The 24-hour initial submission period has now passed, and all requests will be funded based on timestamp without the need for a randomization process. Subsequent requests are first-come, first-served except for the Public School Bus Set-Aside for Small and Medium Air Districts.
Click here for full information on the program.
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Qatar Utility Kahramaa Announces $1 Million Prize for Energy Storage Technology | |
Kahramaa, a primary energy and utility supplier in Qatar, and the QRDI council, the primary investment body for the Qatar Government, have announced a $1 million funding opportunity for interested companies.
The primary objective of the current challenge is to identify, validate and integrate technologies or equipment that can store up to 10 MW with potential development of 250 MW. The potential approaches could be different battery systems, super conducting magnetic energy storage, hydrogen-based storage, fuel cells or other grid forming technologies.
The minimum TRL -3 will require the lead proposal submitter to be from a company commercializing the technology. University groups are allowed to be attached as partner but it must be focused towards commercial development and not academic research.
Click here for more information on the program.
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Clean Mobility Options Pilot Program |
The Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot Program (CMO) provides voucher-based funding for zero-emission carsharing, carpooling/vanpooling, bike-sharing/scooter-sharing, innovative transit services, and ride-on-demand services in California’s historically underserved communities. The program has $20 million available in 2020.
Click here for more information.
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Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Project (CORE) |
CORE is designed to accelerate deployment of cleaner off-road technologies by providing a streamlined way for fleets ready to purchase specific zero-emission equipment to receive funding to offset the higher cost of such technologies. This project is analogous to the Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP), but will specifically target zero-emission off-road freight equipment that is currently in the early stages of commercial deployment.
Click here for more information.
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New York State Retail Energy Storage Incentives Program |
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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