Blumenthal, Graham Celebrate Tenth Annual National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day

[WASHINGTON, DC] – U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Co-Chairs of the Senate Hydrogen Fuel Cell Caucus, released the following statements in celebration of National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day as designated by a resolution passed by the Senate last month.

“This day recognizes the immense economic and environmental benefits the hydrogen and fuel cell industry generates for our nation,” said Senator Blumenthal. “Cutting-edge fuel cell and hydrogen technologies bolster our energy efficiency, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, boost job creation, and strengthen our power grid. I’m proud to join my colleagues in marking National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day and celebrating the remarkable innovation and progress made in this industry.”

“I’m proud to lead my colleagues in commemorating National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day,” said Senator Graham. “Hydrogen and fuel cell technologies are boosting manufacturing and economic growth in South Carolina and across the country.” 

“As we celebrate the tenth iteration of National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day, I can’t help but to marvel at the growth of the industry over this last decade,” said Frank Wolak, President and CEO of the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA). “From increased R&D funding across federal and state agencies to large scale demonstration projects like the Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs, hydrogen is firmly established not only as an indispensable tool in our clean energy toolbox, but also as a key driver of economic growth. FCHEA and our diverse and committed member companies look forward to continuing this momentum into the next ten years.”

Fuel cells utilize hydrogen and hydrogen-rich fuels without combustion to generate electricity in a way that is clean, efficient, and quiet. For decades, the United States has been a leader in the development of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies, which were instrumental in the development of a manned space program, allowing long-term spaceflight which culminated with America putting a man on the moon. Fuel cell systems across the country are currently generating clean power for vehicles, forklifts, utilities, businesses, and homes by providing reliable and resilient power, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and helping to increase America’s energy security and clean energy future.

The resolution designating October 8, 2024, as National Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Day was sponsored by Senators Blumenthal and Graham and cosponsored by U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-CT) and Chris Coons (D-DE).

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