DOE Axes Funding for Two Clean Hydrogen Hubs, Sparking Criticism
The US Department of Energy (DOE) has terminated funding for two clean hydrogen hubs, California's Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen Energy Systems (ARCHES) and the Pacific Northwest Regional Hydrogen Hub (PNWH2). The decision, made under the Trump administration's DOE, has drawn criticism and disappointment.
The two hubs, set to receive a combined $2.2bn, were primarily focused on producing green hydrogen and creating thousands of jobs. ARCHES was due to receive $1.2bn and criticized the move as 'short-sighted'. The decision aligns with President Donald Trump's DOE announcement in May, adopting a 'business-like' approach to reviewing clean energy funding decisions. This move is part of a wider $7.5bn rollback, with reports suggesting it targets projects primarily in Democrat-leaning states. Rumors of such cuts emerged as early as March. Despite the setback, PNWH2 expressed support for the project's potential and will continue to back it. Five hubs across various states remain unaffected, including those in West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, and more.
The termination of funding for ARCHES and PNWH2 raises questions about the US's commitment to clean energy and job creation in the sector. With five hubs still receiving support, the situation remains dynamic, and further developments are anticipated.
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