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DOE issues Request for Information on hydrogen storage for onboard vehicle applications

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The purpose of the RFI is to identify future strategic research and development pathways for the DOE to pursue with potential to meet future system cost targets. Currently, carbon fiber (CF) reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites are used to make COPVs. Another cost driver is the polymer resin.

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DOE launches Hydrogen Shot Fellowship

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The first Energy Earthshot, launched 7 June—Hydrogen Shot—seeks to reduce the cost of clean hydrogen by 80% to $1 per 1 kilogram in 1 decade (“1-1-1”). Achieving the Hydrogen Shot’s $1/kg cost goal will enable new markets for hydrogen, including energy storage, steel manufacturing, clean ammonia, and heavy-duty trucks.

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HyBlend project to assess hydrogen compatibility with pipeline materials and operations

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H-Mat is a national laboratory consortium co-led by SNL and PNNL, conducting cross-cutting R&D on the compatibility of metallic and polymer materials for hydrogen service. The United States has an extensive network of approximately 3,000,000 miles of natural gas pipelines and more than 1,600 miles of dedicated hydrogen pipeline.

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DOE issues RFI for hydrogen delivery R&D, targeting cost of $2-4 gge

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The operating and maintenance cost of in-service compressors is exacerbated by the on/off cycling of the compressors resulting from a lack of station demand. The capital cost of the commercial hardware remains high due to low production volumes. Storage Cost Reduction Opportunities. Current liquefaction contributes ~$1.50/gge

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DOE issues request for information on fuel cell research and development needs

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FCTO is specifically interested in information on R&D needs and priorities concerning the development of low-cost fuel cell components and pathways leading to improved fuel cell performance and durability. DOE is primarily seeking information in the following six categories: CATEGORY 1: Catalysts and supports.

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DOE seeking input on R&D and business needs for automotive PEM fuel cells and fueling

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The other major factor in commercialization of automotive PEMFCs is availability and cost reductions of hydrogen fuel. In this area, DOE is looking for information on the co‐location of hydrogen stations with existing Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) stations and the feasibility of mobile hydrogen refueling delivery services.

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Preliminary cost analysis finds ITM Power fuel cell membranes could reduce automotive fuel cell costs to $35/kW

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Cost reduction potential of a polymer fuel cell system using an ITM Power membrane. Such demonstrations and assumptions were based on information and data provided by ITM Power. DOE says that 2011 costs are $49/kW. Source: Carbon Trust. Click to enlarge. Earlier post.). US Department of Energy (DOE) is targeting $30/kW.

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