Congressional Briefing:Toward ZERO Carbon Solutions-Hydrogen and Fuel Cells
November 4, 2009, 10 am – noon, Senate Dirksen Office Building, Room 628
Strong and far-reaching hydrogen and fuel cell provisions were included in the Energy Policy Act of 2005, spanning everything from basic science to early market transition. More effort has been authorized in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, and the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009. Various federal and state budgets since the mid-1990s have funded considerable research, development and demonstration. Industry has invested more than $6 B in RD&D, while many new products are being introduced to markets. Climate legislation is in the Senate. There is a large, vibrant and growing hydrogen community in the U.S. and worldwide.
This briefing will explore a hydrogen economy’s premier carbon and emissions benefits, its varied feedstocks, the broad efforts of key companies and research institutions partnering with federal and state governments in comprehensive RD&D efforts, a package of tax incentives, and the opportunities for the 111th Congress. There will be preliminary remarks from Senators Byron Dorgan and Lindsey Graham, and Representatives Bob Inglis and Eric Massa. Please join us; we expect a lively discussion.
ZEVs for California-Building an Ultra Low Carbon Transportation System: Catherine Dunwoody, Executive Director, California Fuel Cell Partnership
Partnerships to Deploy Low Carbon Hydrogen Systems: Michael Holmes, Associate Director, Energy and Environmental Research Center, University of North Dakota Energy Security and Climate Change: Transforming the Transportation Sector: Keith Cole, Director of Advanced Technology Vehicle Strategies and Legislative Affairs, General Motors
Renewable Commercial Systems from Waste Streams: Dr. Pinakin Patel, Director, Special Systems and Research, FuelCell Energy, Inc.
Hydrogen from Advanced Nuclear Power Systems: Dr. William Summers, Program Manager, Energy Security Directorate, Savannah River National Laboratory.
Moderator will be Jerome Hinkle, Vice President for Policy and Government Affairs at NHA – please contact us for further information at (202) 223-5547 or visit www.hydrogenassociation.org. RSVPs not needed.
National Hydrogen Association
1211 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 600
Washington, DC 20036-2701 U.S.A
Phone: 202-223-5547
Fax: 202-223-5537
Email:hinklej@HydrogenAssociation.org
