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|Mission=The Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) focuses on advancing hydrogen and fuel cell technologies to enable the widespread use of clean and efficient energy solutions. Its mission is to catalyze the transition to a hydrogen-based energy economy by supporting research, development, and demonstration projects that reduce costs, improve performance, and increase the scalability of hydrogen technologies.<ref name="HFTOmission">U.S. Department of Energy. "[https://www.energy.gov/eere/fuelcells/about-hydrogen-and-fuel-cell-technologies-office About the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office]". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).</ref>
|Mission=The Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) focuses on advancing hydrogen and fuel cell technologies to enable the widespread use of clean and efficient energy solutions. Its mission is to catalyze the transition to a hydrogen-based energy economy by supporting research, development, and demonstration projects that reduce costs, improve performance, and increase the scalability of hydrogen technologies.<ref name="HFTOmission">U.S. Department of Energy. "[https://www.energy.gov/eere/fuelcells/about-hydrogen-and-fuel-cell-technologies-office About the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office]". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).</ref>
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|Budget=$150M (Fiscal Year 2024)<ref name="HFTObudget">U.S. Department of Energy. "[https://www.energy.gov/eere/fuelcells/hydrogen-and-fuel-cell-technologies-office-multi-year-program-plan Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office Multi-Year Program Plan]". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).</ref>
|Budget=$150M (Fiscal Year 2024)<ref name="HFTObudget">U.S. Department of Energy. "[https://www.energy.gov/eere/fuelcells/hydrogen-and-fuel-cell-technologies-office-multi-year-program-plan Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office Multi-Year Program Plan]". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).</ref>  
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'''Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO)''' is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, aimed at promoting hydrogen and fuel cell technologies to support a clean, sustainable energy future.<ref name="HFTOmission" />
'''Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO)''' is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, aimed at promoting hydrogen and fuel cell technologies to support a clean, sustainable energy future.<ref name="HFTOmission" />


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Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office
Type: Government Agency
Parent organization: Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, U.S. Department of Energy
Top organization:
Employees:
Executive: Director
Budget: $150M (Fiscal Year 2024)[2]
Address: 1000 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20585, USA
Website: https://www.energy.gov/eere/fuelcells
Creation Legislation:
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Mission
The Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) focuses on advancing hydrogen and fuel cell technologies to enable the widespread use of clean and efficient energy solutions. Its mission is to catalyze the transition to a hydrogen-based energy economy by supporting research, development, and demonstration projects that reduce costs, improve performance, and increase the scalability of hydrogen technologies.[1]
Services

Research and Development; Demonstration Projects; Education and Outreach;

Regulations

Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) is part of the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, aimed at promoting hydrogen and fuel cell technologies to support a clean, sustainable energy future.[1]

Official Site

Mission

HFTO's mission is to drive the adoption of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies by lowering costs, enhancing efficiency, and demonstrating their applications across various sectors like transportation, stationary power, and industrial processes. The office seeks to create a hydrogen economy that contributes to energy security, environmental benefits, and economic growth.[1]

Parent organization

HFTO is managed by the U.S. Department of Energy, specifically under the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE).

Legislation

HFTO operates under the DOE's broader mandate, receiving its authority through annual budget appropriations rather than specific legislative acts.[3]

Partners

HFTO collaborates with:

  • Industry leaders to commercialize hydrogen technologies[4]
  • National Laboratories for cutting-edge research[5]
  • Universities for educational and R&D initiatives[6]

Number of employees

Specific employee numbers for HFTO are not publicly listed, but the office engages with a network of researchers and industry professionals.

Organization structure

HFTO's structure includes:

  • **Hydrogen Production and Delivery** focusing on cost-effective methods.
  • **Fuel Cell Technologies** for improving efficiency and durability.
  • **Systems Analysis** to guide strategic investments.

Leader

HFTO is led by a **Director**.[7]

Divisions

The office includes:

  • **Research and Development** for technological advancements.
  • **Market Transformation** to support technology deployment.[8]

List of programs

  • Hydrogen Shot Initiative[9]
  • H2@Scale[10]
  • Fuel Cell Technologies Office Consortia[11]

Last total enacted budget

For Fiscal Year 2024, HFTO's budget was approximately $150 million.[2]

Staff

While exact staff numbers are not specified, HFTO works with a team of professionals managing its wide array of initiatives.

Funding

HFTO's funding is allocated through DOE appropriations, focusing on R&D, demonstration projects, and partnerships to amplify federal investments.[12]

Services provided

HFTO provides services like funding for R&D, technical support for hydrogen infrastructure development, educational programs, and public-private collaborations to advance hydrogen technologies.[13]

Regulations overseen

HFTO does not directly oversee regulations but contributes to the development of standards and codes for hydrogen and fuel cell technologies, influencing policy and safety guidelines.[14]

Headquarters address

1000 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20585, USA

History

HFTO has been instrumental in advancing hydrogen and fuel cell technologies since its inception, focusing on overcoming technical and economic barriers to their widespread adoption. It supports the vision of a hydrogen economy through strategic investments and policy support.[15]

External links

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 U.S. Department of Energy. "About the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 U.S. Department of Energy. "Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office Multi-Year Program Plan". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  3. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "DOE Budget Authority". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  4. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "Partnerships". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  5. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "National Laboratories". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  6. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "Education and Outreach". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  7. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "About the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  8. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "Programs". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  9. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "Hydrogen Shot". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  10. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "H2@Scale". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  11. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office Consortia". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  12. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "Funding Opportunities". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  13. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "Services". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  14. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "DOE Regulations". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
  15. ↑ U.S. Department of Energy. "History". U.S. Department of Energy (accessed February 3, 2025).
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