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Policy Issues

The CHBC’s policy mission is to advocate for public policies that recognize hydrogen and fuel cell technologies as a clean, zero emission energy source that can be utilized across sectors, for a wide array of applications, including: transportation, goods movement, stationary power, and energy storage. The Advocacy Committee leads the CHBC in addressing policy issues in California.

California has introduced numerous financial and regulatory incentives that support projects using hydrogen and fuel cells:

  • DSIRE, the Database of State Incentives for Renewables & Efficiency, provides the most up-to-date overview for California. The information can be accessed here >>.
  • EERE, the Department of Energy’s Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy – Advanced Fuel and Advanced Vehicles Center has developed a good overview of California Incentives and Laws for Hydrogen Fuel Cells. The information is available here >>.

A complete summary of the California Programs and Incentives listed below can be found here >>  

  • Zero-Emission Vehicle Investment Initiative – $2.5 billion over eight years
  • Expanding Alternative Fuel Infrastructure – $235 million to the Energy Commission. More information here >>
  • Continuing Clean Vehicle Rebates – $200 million of Cap-and-Trade funding to the Air Resources Board. More information here >>
  • California Integrated Climate Investment Program – $20 million of Cap-and-Trade funding to the Infrastructure and Economic Development Bank. More information here >>
  • Climate Change Technology and Solutions Initiative – $35 million of Cap-and-Trade funding to the Strategic Growth Council. More information here >>
  • AB 617 Community Air Protection – $250 million to the Air Resources Board. More information here >>
  • Low Carbon Transportation, Clean Trucks, Buses, and Off-Road Freight Equipment – $160 million for the Air Resources Board. More information here >>
  • Low Carbon Fuel Production – $25 million to the Energy Commission. More information here >>
  • Agricultural Diesel Engine Replacement and Upgrades – $102 million to the Air Resources Board. More information here >>
  • Methane Reduction – $99 million to the Department of Food and Agriculture’s Dairy Digester Research and Development Program and the Alternative Manure Management Program. More information here >> and here >> 
  • Transformative Climate Communities – $25 million to the Strategic Growth Council. More information here >>
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