Does Canada have a clean hydrogen economy?

The Government of Canada set out its commitment to develop a clean hydrogen economy in December 2020 when it released its Hydrogen Strategy for Canada. By 2050, the country intends to supply up to 30 per cent of its energy in the form of hydrogen and become one of the top three clean hydrogen producers globally.

Why is Canada interested in low-carbon hydrogen?

Interest in low-carbon hydrogen in Canada has increased significantly since 2020, with over 80 low-carbon hydrogen production projects announced, representing over five million tonnes of hydrogen production capacity and an economic expression of interest of over $100 billion in potential investment in domestic clean energy opportunities and jobs.

Who is hy2gen Canada?

Developed by Montreal’s Hy2Gen Canada Inc, the 500 tonne a day, 200MW hydro-powered green ammonia production facility will become the first of the company’s carbon-free production platforms in North America when it becomes fully operational in 2026.

How many low-carbon hydrogen production facilities are there in Canada?

There are now 13 low-carbon hydrogen production facilities in operation across Canada, able to produce over 3,000 tonnes of low-carbon hydrogen per year. Follow us on LinkedIn

Will hy2gen build a low-carbon ammonia production facility in Canada?

Hy2gen’s interest in establishing Canadian operations is mirrored by Japanese general trading house Itochu Corporation, which has partnered with Petronas Energy Canada to investigate the feasibility of building a US$1.3bn low-carbon ammonia production facility on the outskirts of Edmonton.

Will Canada's first hydrogen fuelling station support the first electric vehicle?

In 2018, HTEC opened Canada’s first retail hydrogen fuelling station, launching a multi-outlet network – including two heavy-duty-capable stations – that could support the first fuel cell electric vehicles on British Columbia’s roads.