Hydrogen and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology
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British Columbia leads Canada’s hydrogen and fuel cell technology sector, offering strong advantages for growth and investment:
- Largest Hydrogen Cluster in Canada: backed by top-ranked universities and technical institutes driving research and talent development.
- Low-carbon Production Capacity: leveraging clean, affordable renewable energy for domestic use and export.
- Strategic Resources and Infrastructure: including natural gas reserves and carbon storage capabilities.
Leading the World in Hydrogen Technologies
British Columbia (B.C.) boasts the largest hydrogen and fuel cell technology sector in Canada. The sector is poised for growth, as B.C.’s top-ranked universities and technical institutes are doing cutting-edge research and training the next generation of talent working in this field.
B.C. has the potential to produce low-carbon hydrogen for both domestic use and export, supported by its affordable, clean and renewable energy sources, along with natural gas reserves and carbon storage capabilities.
Competitive Advantages of B.C.’s Hydrogen Sector
Renewable and low-carbon hydrogen is a crucial component of B.C.’s clean and sustainable energy future. The BC Hydrogen Strategy provides a roadmap for B.C. to become a world-leading hydrogen economy by 2050.
Promotion of Innovation and Investment
NorthX Climate Tech invests in the commercial development and global scaling of made-in-BC clean energy innovations that include clean hydrogen production.
Fueling a Net-Zero Economy
Hydrogen infrastructure in B.C. is currently supported by direct support and financial incentives, with interest in advancing hydrogen and low carbon fuels production at scale to meet domestic and international decarbonization objectives.
Active Export Strategy
B.C. is collaborating with industry stakeholders and global partners to promote hydrogen for domestic and international use, as well as the adoption of B.C.’s fuel cell technologies.
Storage and Distribution
British Columbia has developed gaseous fuel distribution system capable of transporting hydrogen, and smaller volumes of hydrogen can be delivered via tube trailers.
Hydrogen Jobs
British Columbia has a skilled workforce of approximately 1,190 to 1,350 full-time equivalent (FTE) jobs in this sector.
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