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Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technology

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​At the heart of the region’s cleantech industry lies an internationally renowned hydrogen and fuel cell technology cluster. Innovation lives in the Metro Vancouver region’s expanding hydrogen and fuel cell technology cluster, with engineers, manufacturers, and specialized consulting services for alternative fuels. A rich ecosystem of esteemed research institutions and universities alongside sector-specific accelerators and conducive regulation are supporting the industry to grow and scale.​

50:50

Our region is “the ‘Silicon Valley’ of fuel cell technology” according to cellcentric, a 50:50 joint venture of Daimler Truck AG and the Volvo Group AB.

50%+

of Canada’s hydrogen and fuel cell companies are located in BC

60%

of the total research investment in hydrogen and fuel cell development comes from BC

1st

province in Canada to implement a hydrogen strategy



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The hydrogen hub here, positions the Metro Vancouver region as a global leader in the hydrogen space. This ecosystem has been incredibly beneficial for our growth and collaborations.

Patrick Steiche, Hydra Energy’s Director of Innovation

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Supporting ecosystem

The region's hydrogen sector thrives with federal and provincial support, innovative research centers, and specialized talent. This ecosystem boosts renewable and low-carbon hydrogen production, drives research, and commercializes hydrogen technologies, positioning the region as a global leader in the hydrogen economy.

  • B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE): An independent, not-for-profit incubator for the research and commercialization of clean energy solutions.
  • Canadian Hydrogen Association (CHA): A non-profit organization that fosters collaboration between industry, government, and academia, providing advocacy, research, and networking opportunities.
  • Clean Energy Research Centre (UBC): Multidisciplinary research hub that focuses on research, training, development, and demonstrations to address climate change and sustainability.
  • MITACS: A non-profit national research organization that connects firms with researchers and talent, offers financial support and expert guidance to help organizations in their innovation projects.
  • SFU Clean Hydrogen Hub: A research and innovation centre focused on development and commercialization of hydrogen solutions.
  • BC Research Inc.: An innovation centre specializing in the incubation and commercialization of novel technologies.
  • Smart Hydrogen Energy District (SHED): A UBC research facility integrating solar, hydro and hydrogen energy into a unified micro-grid.

Government financial and regulatory support

Support exists at both the provincial and federal levels for innovation that helps create a cleaner future.

Provincial

  • BC Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS): Provides financial incentives for low-carbon fuel use based on measurable greenhouse gas reductions.
  • BC Hydrogen Strategy: Highlights 63 actions to pave the way for BC to be a world leader in the hydrogen economy by 2050, accelerating the production and use of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen.
  • Clean Energy and Major Projects Office: Serves as BC’s one-stop shop for hydrogen, streamlining the regulatory process and providing guidance for clean energy initiatives.
  • Innovative Clean Energy (ICE): Supports projects that advance BC’s clean energy sector and has committed over $114 million since 2008.

Provincial and federal

Federal

  • Clean Hydrogen Investment Tax Credit: A refundable tax credit of up to 40 per cent of investments in projects that produce hydrogen. The tax credit will be available for investments from 2023 to 2034.
  • Canada Growth Fund (CGF): A $15 billion public fund dedicated to advancing Canada’s shift to a low-carbon economy and accelerate the deployment of clean technologies.
  • Canadian Clean Fuel Regulations (CFR): A national clean fuel program that provides credits for using low-carbon fuels, advancing innovation, and fostering investment in clean energy.

Ready to connect?

Contact Megan Henwood, Sector Development Lead, Green Economy​

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