Columbus, Neb. – What is the significance of this Friday, Oct. 8? It just happens to be 10.08 or the atomic weight (1.008) of hydrogen and marks National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day.
Nebraska Public Power District joins the nation in observing the seventh annual National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day, marking the growth of the industry by raising awareness of the benefits fuel cell technologies and hydrogen energy provide in reducing emissions while driving economic growth. Hydrogen is already providing fuel, feedstock, and power to wide-ranging sectors of the United States.
“NPPD is proud to join with other innovative companies observing National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day,” said Director, Generation Strategies & Research for NPPD John Swanson,
“Today the hydrogen and fuel cell industries are continuing to make its mark on America’s energy landscape. NPPD has been evaluating usage of hydrogen as a fuel source and energy storage element for use in generation assets (current and new) and other fuels option,” Swanson continued. “Additionally, we continue to assess additional options for hydrogen usage via our research and development memberships in the industry and through our annual R&D projects partnership with the Nebraska Energy Science Research Center. The continued growth of fuel cell and hydrogen technologies promotes America’s energy, environmental, and economic security as we work towards low and zero carbon national goals.”
Hydrogen energy and fuel cell technologies offer a clear pathway toward low- and no-carbon emissions economic growth, while creating high-quality jobs and spurring advanced American manufacturing. As countries around the world increasingly look to and use hydrogen as a clean energy pathway, the U.S. is uniquely well-positioned to take a leadership role. By leveraging abundant resources and a robust industrial sector, the U.S. hydrogen industry can spur American energy innovation and promote economic competitiveness.
For more information on National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day, please visit www.hydrogenandfuelcellday.org.
