The National Capital Hydrogen Center will accelerate the creation of a hydrogen ecosystem in Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia and foster collaboration across organizations in support of the national imperative to add hydrogen solutions to our country’s clean energy future. Connected DMV is creating this independent center to utilize the exceptional assets of our regional commercial, governmental, academic, community and philanthropic organizations. The Center will plan the rollout of hydrogen infrastructure to rapidly deliver economically viable hydrogen projects, thereby accelerating scale and cost competitiveness. The full lifecycle of project planning, execution, and benefit delivery will incorporate social equity and environmental justice as foundational principles, consistent with the Connected DMV mission.

While the region has progressed in renewable energy and energy efficiency, additional solutions are required to reach the climate change goals established by government, higher education and industry. We need clean energy alternatives that can be transported, stored and utilized – especially in sectors that are the hardest to decarbonize. The DMV is the natural home for this center given its abundant resources, leading policy advocates, and forward-thinking government and commercial. This region has a culture of innovation and leadership that attracts attention, investment and talent, along with a population that is determined to combat climate change in both policy and delivered results.