Hydrogen and Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology
Leading the World in Hydrogen Technologies
British Columbia (B.C.) boasts the largest hydrogen and fuel cell technology sector in Canada, with 51% of companies located in the province. 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.
We have an ambitious goal to become a world-leading hydrogen economy by 2050 and are incentivizing the production of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen.
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
The B.C. Centre of Innovation and Clean Energy, funded by the province, 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 production in B.C. is currently supported by direct support and financial incentives, with plans to advance hydrogen production at scale to meet the demand of domestic and international markets.
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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