Membership Levels and Benefits
CHBC provides clear value to its members and serves as the indispensable and leading voice in promoting the use of hydrogen and fuel cells in California and beyond. We offer a one-stop, cross-sectoral focus for the industry, academia, government and NGO stakeholders engaged in the California market to access advocacy and educational resources. As a member, you are part of the organization that is on the leading edge of commercializing the hydrogen economy.
Our members develop, adapt, and implement technology and services that are taking the hydrogen economy into the mainstream. All members can attend CHBC’s meetings at a discounted rate, access the “Members Only” website with materials and presentations, have a voice in the direction of the council, and much more.
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Why Join?
CHBC advocates for hydrogen and fuel cells in Sacramento
The CHBC provides market-focused policy engagement with the Governor’s Office, State Legislature and Regulatory Agencies (CPUC, CEC, CARB, CalEPA). Through the CHBC Advocacy Committee and Initiatives, CHBC members advance policies that will enable the commercialization of hydrogen and fuel cells across multiple sectors.
CHBC disseminates market intelligence
The CHBC works to educate policymakers, investors, customers, and the public on the facts related to hydrogen energy through information resources that are advancing the level of knowledge and interest in hydrogen and fuel cells. As a member, you can use these educational resources to help build demand for your products.
CHBC connects you to the hydrogen energy and fuel cell community
CHBC membership is the easiest way to get connected to the many different segments of the hydrogen energy industry in California. Through its member directory, interactive website, and conferences and webinars, the CHBC brings industry representatives, decision-makers, and stakeholders together to exchange information, create business connections and work to advance the commercialization of fuel cell and hydrogen energy technology.
Organizational Memberships
Integrate your organization in California’s hydrogen and fuel cell markets, join a broad coalition of leaders, and drive the commercialization of hydrogen and fuel cells in California by becoming a member of the California Hydrogen Business Council. Organizational memberships are classified by number of employees in the organization. Platinum membership is an elective level that can be joined regardless of employee count.
The California Hydrogen Business Council plans to spend 40% of membership dues on lobbying activities. That portion is not tax-exempt. As a 501(c)6 non-profit organization, the remainder of your dues is tax-deductible. Dues from public agencies and non-profits are not used for lobbying and are fully tax-exempt.
Platinum – $30,000
Benefits include:
- Direct CHBC's strategic growth, scope, and organizational governance through Board Meetings and Annual Planning Retreat
- Leadership recognition and promotion on all CHBC marketing and events platforms (webinars, website, social media)
- Receive additional personalized attention regarding markets and CHBC policy from CHBC leadership, as reasonable
- Voting seat on Board of Directors and on Advocacy Committee
- Chair CHBC Sector Action Groups and Policy Initiatives
- Custom introductions to key industry stakeholders, as appropriate
- Participate with CHBC staff in face-to-face meetings with key stakeholders and government officials
- Priority sponsorship opportunities for CHBC events and workshops
General Member - $10,000
Membership designed for organizations with 200 employees (globally) or more.
Benefits include:
- Join CHBC Sector Action Groups to share market outcomes and interface with industry experts
- Receive timely notice of funding and procurement opportunities
- Receive comprehensive market and industry updates through our weekly newsletters
- Opportunity to run for elected board seat
- Attend educational webinars on relevant topics
- Build important relationships through CHBC events, meetings and working groups with free access or discounted fees
- Receive comprehensive market and industry updates through our weekly newsletters
- Save on legislative and regulatory costs through avoided governmental affairs expenses
- Logo and link on CHBC website
General Member - $5,000
Membership designed for organizations with 199 employees (globally) or less.
Benefits include:
- Join CHBC Sector Action Groups to share market outcomes and interface with industry experts
- Receive timely notice of funding and procurement opportunities
- Receive comprehensive market and industry updates through our weekly newsletters
- Opportunity to run for elected board seat
- Attend educational webinars on relevant topics
- Build important relationships through CHBC events, meetings and working groups with free access or discounted fees
- Receive comprehensive market and industry updates through our weekly newsletters
- Save on legislative and regulatory costs through avoided governmental affairs expenses
- Logo and link on CHBC website
