Great Lakes Clean Hydrogen Partnership Moves Forward with DOE Application
Great Lakes Clean Hydrogen Partnership, led by Linde, Energy Harbor, and GE Aerospace, has filed its hydrogen hub application with the DOE. This initiative aims to transition Midwest industries to low carbon hydrogen, enhancing decarbonization and attracting investment. The coalition is positioned to leverage existing nuclear infrastructure for competitive hydrogen production, expecting to access a share of the $8 billion DOE funding. The GLCH hub will support automotive and steel manufacturing sectors, promoting job creation and regional economic growth.
- Coalition includes major industry players like Linde, Energy Harbor, and GE Aerospace.
- Positioned to attract $8 billion in DOE funding for infrastructure development.
- Focus on low carbon hydrogen production creates jobs and supports regional industries.
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TOLEDO, Ohio, Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Great Lakes Clean Hydrogen Partnership (GLCH) comprised of Linde, Energy Harbor, GE Aerospace, Cleveland-Cliffs and the University of Toledo today announced it has moved forward with its Department of Energy (DOE) hydrogen hub application. This new industry-led coalition will transition Midwest manufacturing, mobility, power generation and technology operators away from greenhouse gas emitting feedstocks and fuels, to hydrogen, a low carbon alternative solution. This action will also attract investors and new businesses who value access to low carbon hydrogen resulting in jobs at prevailing wages, support for disadvantaged communities and a healthier environment. Today's filing of the GLCH Concept Paper is the initial step in the DOE hydrogen hub application process.
The region is the ideal location for a clean hydrogen hub, due to its unique access to ample carbon free nuclear power, the major crossroads of I-80 and I-75, high concentration of manufacturing and technology companies, Great Lakes marine shipping fleet and a highly skilled workforce.
Key coalition partners, including Linde, Energy Harbor, GE Aerospace, Cleveland-Cliffs, multiple glass manufacturers and the University of Toledo, will develop low carbon hydrogen on site at Energy Harbor's Davis-Besse nuclear plant. The GLCH partners are actively working with technology suppliers, hydrogen consumers, state and regional academic institutions, federal laboratories, and non-profit organizations to develop a clean energy hydrogen hub to qualify for a significant portion of
"This industry-led hydrogen hub intends to ensure that the Midwest is a leader in decarbonization so that regional industries and supply chains are globally competitive, and opportunities are created for workers and their communities," said Frank Calzonetti, vice president for research at The University of Toledo.
GLCH will differentiate itself from other hub initiatives through the use of existing carbon free infrastructure from Energy Harbor's safe, reliable nuclear power generation, technology that produces low carbon hydrogen at a very competitive price, diverse distribution channels and hydrogen-ready facilities, such as Cleveland-Cliffs' Direct Reduction plant. GLCH anticipates being on-line, with proven technology in less time than competing alternatives.
Primarily serving the Ohio and Michigan region, the GLCH will be a vital source to the automotive, power generation, trucking, steel manufacturing and technology suppliers. It will also serve to be a future connection between the East Coast and the broader Midwest (Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin).
"As we begin an exciting new era of innovation, America's energy future will be built right here in the industrial heartland," U.S. Representative Marcy Kaptur said. "Through remarkable collaboration between local companies, universities and public and private sector organizations, the Great Lakes Clean Hydrogen coalition will harness the talents and expertise of our region to solidify the United States' role as a leader in hydrogen production — growing our economy and supporting good-paying jobs."
The GLCH is very proud to have many other organizations also supporting our objectives:
Owens-Illinois | Plug Power | Regional Growth Partnership |
Libbey Glass Inc | NEL ASA | Cleveland State University |
Owens Corning | First Solar | University of Michigan |
Guardian Glass | Nexceris | Michigan State University |
NSG Group | RLG/GEM | Michigan Tech University |
HC Stark | Flint Metro Transit Authority | Albion College |
Wabtec | Toledo Transit Authority | Case Western Reserve University |
Haynes International | Owens Community College | Idaho National Labs |
Detroit Thermal | American Bureau of Shipping | Argonne National Laboratory |
Borg Warner | Port of Monroe | Pacific Northwest National |
American Honda Motor Co | PJM Interconnection | National Renewable Energy |
Eaton Corporation | Ohio Fuel Cell Coalition | Lawrence Livermore National |
AmmPower Corp | Glass Manufacturing Industry | Sandia National Laboratories |
Oak Ridge National |
Energy Harbor is a highly reliable provider of carbon free baseload electricity committed to Environmental, Sustainability and Governance (ESG) principles critical to meeting the nation's emissions goals and accelerating the country's clean energy transition. Our success is driven by our unwavering employee commitment to safe, reliable operations, financial stability and best in class service to meet the energy and sustainability needs of our customers.
For more information on Energy Harbor visit www.energyharbor.com
Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2021 sales of
The company serves a variety of end markets including chemicals & energy, food & beverage, electronics, healthcare, manufacturing, metals and mining. Linde's industrial gases are used in countless applications, from life-saving oxygen for hospitals to high-purity & specialty gases for electronics manufacturing, hydrogen for clean fuels and much more. Linde also delivers state-of-the-art gas processing solutions to support customer expansion, efficiency improvements and emissions reductions.
For more information about the company and its products and services, please visit www.linde.com
Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest flat-rolled steel producer in North America. Founded in 1847 as a mine operator, Cliffs also is the largest manufacturer of iron ore pellets in North America. The Company is vertically integrated from mined raw materials, direct reduced iron, and ferrous scrap to primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. Cleveland-Cliffs is the largest supplier of steel to the automotive industry in North America and serves a diverse range of other markets due to its comprehensive offering of flat-rolled steel products. Cleveland-Cliffs has established a climate commitment to reduce its GHG emissions
GE Aerospace is a world-leading provider of jet engines, components, and systems for commercial and military aircraft with a global service network to support these offerings. GE Aerospace and its joint ventures have an installed base of more than 39,000 commercial and 26,000 military aircraft engines, and the business is playing a vital role in shaping the future of flight.
A public research university offering more than 250 undergraduate and graduate programs and internationally recognized in renewable energy and water research, and its ability to connect research to the broader community. The University is leading the diversity, equity and environmental justice aspects of the proposal. Its Wright Center for Photovoltaics Innovation and Commercialization (PVIC) is charged with developing and advancing solar to H2 projects in the GLCH hub. PVIC has received more than
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