PNWH2 Newsletter March 2025
As 2025 unfolds, America’s energy independence is taking center stage while the U.S. hydrogen industry continues to gain momentum and increased bipartisan support. Across the country, investments in hydrogen are strengthening supply chains, creating jobs, supporting rural communities, and ensuring long-term economic growth.
The Pacific Northwest Hydrogen (PNWH2) Hub is at the forefront of this effort. By expanding hydrogen production and infrastructure, our region’s commitment to innovation and energy security is helping drive the nation toward energy independence and advance American energy dominance.
Alongside our project partners, the PNWH2 Hub is actively advancing Phase 1 activities, including planning, permitting, analysis, design and stakeholder engagement. While conversations continue about our nation’s energy goals, we are working closely with a broad coalition of Senators and Representatives to amplify the benefits of our ongoing efforts in the region.
The PNWH2 Hub continues to make steady progress on hydrogen market development initiatives with various end-use industry and transportation sections as we prepare for the negotiation process for Phase 2—the first H2Hub to approach this milestone.
For more, check out recent Hub activity, upcoming events and relevant industry news below, and stay tuned for more as we continue driving the future of hydrogen in the Pacific Northwest.
RECENT ACTIVITY
PNWH2 Hub Travels to Washington, D.C. to Meet with Congressional Delegations from PNW
The PNWH2 Hub traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with congressional members from Montana, Oregon and Washington and share updates on the work happening at the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub and planned projects in our region.
These members included Rep. Dan Newhouse, Rep. Michael Baumgartner, Rep. Cliff Bentz, Rep. Ryan Zinke, Sen. Steve Daines, Sen. Tim Sheehy and Rep. Troy Downing.
PNWH2 Hub Signs Letter to Maintain 45V Tax Credit Alongside 100+ Associations, Hubs, Businesses and Organizations
The Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Association signed a letter to Congressional leaders urging support of the Section 45V Tax Credit for Hydrogen Production. Section 45V is essential for this emerging industry and will help propel the U.S. toward energy dominance while advancing American competitiveness in energy technologies.
With over 100 signatories representing a wide array of entities invested in the hydrogen industry, this letter is just the beginning.
NovoHydrogen Recognized as One of TIME’s Top GreenTech Companies of 2025
PNWH2 Hub partner NovoHydrogen has been ranked among the nation’s top greentech companies of 2025. America’s top greentech companies are seeking to reinvent the industry, forcing considerations for better, cheaper, and ultimately more sustainable alternatives to traditional approaches.
Congrats to NovoHydrogen!
Read the story here for the full list.
PNWH2 Hub Attends ARCHES H2 Annual Symposium in California
The PNWH2 Hub attended the ARCHES H2 Annual Symposium in Irvine, California, alongside all the H2Hubs to see the latest innovations in hydrogen-powered vehicles and discuss best practices to achieve market lift-off and long-term success for the U.S. hydrogen industry.
During the symposium, President Chris Green spoke on stage with ARCHES H2 CEO Angelina Galiteva and Tyson Eckerle on how our two Hubs are collaborating to increase hydrogen availability down the West Coast I-5 Corridor.
UPCOMING EVENTS
World Hydrogen North America 2025 | March 31 – April 2, 2025 | Houston, TX
PNWH2 will be at World Hydrogen North America 2025 to connect with industry leaders from across the hydrogen value chain, engage with national and internal offtakers and gain and offer insights into the latest projects shaping the future of hydrogen in the U.S. and Canada.
Washington-to-Washington, D.C. Conference 2025 | May 5 – 8, 2025 | Washington, D.C.
PNWH2 will be at the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber’s 39th Annual Washington-to-Washington, D.C. Conference to participate in meetings with Washington’s Congressional delegation and federal agency representatives.
Washington Trucking Association Annual Leadership Conference & Vendor Showcase | June 2 – 3, 2025 | Coeur d’Alene, ID
President Chris Green will be speaking at the Washington Trucking Association Annual Leadership Conference & Vendor Showcase to discuss how the PNWH2 Hub and hydrogen will support the trucking industry within the region.
INDUSTRY NEWS
Energy Department’s Projects Hit List Draws Bipartisan Pushback from Lawmakers
By James Bikales, Josh Siegel, Kelsey Tamborrino & Ben Lefebvre | POLITICO | March 28, 2025
he Energy Department is taking flak from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle for considering killing several energy projects funded by the Biden administration.
The pressure from the lawmakers comes as Energy Secretary Chris Wright weighs gutting the clean energy spending that President Donald Trump has blasted as the “green new scam.” But a growing chorus of voices contends the funding is critical for new technologies like hydrogen production and carbon capture — and toward solving the “national energy emergency” that Trump has declared.
Projects at risk of losing funding have gotten backing from Trump’s allies in the oil and gas sector, as well as the lawmakers whose districts would benefit from the investments. And Democrats and some industry groups warn that canceling them could violate the laws that authorized the spending.
How AI Drug Discovery and Green Hydrogen Tech Could Shape the Future
By Cathy Hackl | Forbes | March 21, 2025
It’s tempting to say that data is the be-all and end-all of our technologically driven world. Without it, many AI breakthroughs simply wouldn’t exist. But looking beyond the obvious, there are forward-thinking companies in life sciences, data management, and green energy that are positioning 2025 to be a watershed year for innovation.
While AI and data may capture headlines for their role in transforming industries, green hydrogen is quietly emerging as a key player in the clean energy movement. With growing pressure to decarbonize heavy industries and transportation, green hydrogen, which is produced via electrolysis powered by renewables, has gained traction among both governments and private investors.
Puget Sound Energy and Modern Hydrogen Forge Decarbonization Path with Innovative Hydrogen Technology
Press Release | Puget Sound Energy | Jan. 29, 2025
Puget Sound Energy (PSE), Washington’s largest utility, and Modern Hydrogen, a clean energy technology leader, announced a strategic partnership to drive the adoption of advanced decarbonized technologies in support of meeting Washington state’s clean energy goals.
Modern Hydrogen’s innovative carbon removal technology enables large-scale CO2 emissions reduction in Washington’s most difficult-to-decarbonize commercial and industrial sectors. joining forces, PSE and Modern Hydrogen will promote the development of distributed methane pyrolysis technology, a groundbreaking solution that removes carbon from natural gas at the point-of-use for commercial and industrial operations.