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Billerica, MA–Nuvera Fuel Cells announced they have received an award from the Department of Energy (DOE) to accelerate market penetration of fuel cells in the material handling industry. The award includes the deployment of a fleet of fuel cell forklifts and the installation of Nuvera’s PowerTap Hydrogen Generator and Hydrogen Station.

DOE Secretary Steven Chu announced the award as part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) on Wednesday, stating, “the investments we’re making today will help us build a robust fuel cell manufacturing industry in the United States. Developing and deploying the next generation of fuel cells will not only create jobs – it will help our businesses become more energy efficient and productive. We are laying the foundation for a green energy economy.”

PowerTap is a Hydrogen Generator and Hydrogen Station that provides industrial customers with a cost effective source of hydrogen. The Hydrogen Generator utilizes steam reformation to produce hydrogen on site, eliminating transportation costs. The Hydrogen Station provides fast and easy refueling that operators can do themselves. PowerTap produces hydrogen at a total cost of $6/kg, based on average national utility rates, including federal incentives and all capital, operation, and maintenance costs.

Nuvera Fuel Cells is a global leader in the development of fuel cell systems and fuel processors for both end users and OEMs. With offices located in the U.S. and Europe, Nuvera provides clean, safe, and efficient products for industrial vehicles and equipment in addition to furthering the development of power systems for automotive and transportation applications.

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