DOE moves forward with H2Hub funding
Scheme aims to finance four low-carbon hydrogen hubs in the US by 2026
The US Department of Energy (DOE) has released a notice of intent (NOI) to fund the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law’s (BIL’s) $8bn scheme to develop at least four domestic low-carbon hydrogen hubs. The scheme—known as H2Hubs—aims to create a network of hydrogen producers, consumers and local connective infrastructure to accelerate the use of hydrogen as a clean energy carrier. “Hydrogen energy has the power to slash emissions from multiple carbon-intensive sectors and open a world of economic opportunity to clean energy businesses and workers across the country,” says US energy secretary Jennifer Granholm. “These hydrogen hubs will make significant progress towards President Biden’s vision for
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