The Appalachian Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub (ARCH2) has secured a significant cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to receive up to $925 million in federal funding. This funding aims to jumpstart the clean hydrogen economy in Appalachia, catalyzing billions in private investment and creating thousands of high-paying jobs across West Virginia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. By leveraging the region's rich resources, ARCH2 will establish a sustainable hydrogen ecosystem to decarbonize hard-to-abate sectors like manufacturing and transportation, with a commitment to ensuring that 40% of the program's benefits flow to disadvantaged communities. Supported by key partners such as Air Liquide, CNX Resources Corp., and Plug Power, this initiative represents a transformative step toward a clean, equitable energy future.
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