The February 2019 issue of the Fuel Cell Technologies Office (FCTO) newsletter includes stories in these categories:
In the News
Ceremonial Swearing in of Daniel Simmons as Assistant Secretary for EERE
On February 6, Daniel R. Simmons was ceremonially sworn in by U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry as the Assistant Secretary for the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). First confirmed by the U.S. Senate on January 2, 2019, Simmons was officially sworn in to the Assistant Secretary role on January 16, 2019. Watch the ceremony, which provided an opportunity to honor him and his new role before his family, friends, and colleagues. You can now follow him on Twitter @DanSimmonsEERE.
Early Bird Registration for the Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Program's Annual Merit Review Ends on March 3
The Hydrogen and Fuel Cells Program will hold the Annual Merit Review (AMR) April 29–May 1, 2019 in Crystal City, Virginia. You can register using the early-bird rate until March 3. Everyone who attends any portion of the AMR, including invited reviewers, must register in advance. A block of rooms has been reserved at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City. We encourage you to make your hotel reservation early.
Fuel Cell Car and Hydrogen Technology Displayed at the 2018 Longs Peak Science and Engineering Fair in Colorado
DOE's FCTO and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory showcased one of the world's first commercially available fuel cell cars at the 2018 Longs Peak Science and Engineering Fair (LPSEF) on February 13, 2019. The LPSEF is a regional science fair competition where students compete to qualify for the Colorado Science and Engineering Fair (CSEF). LPSEF and CSEF are affiliated with the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), the world’s largest international pre-college science competition that gives students the chance to showcase science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) talents. More than 150 students had the unique opportunity to see the fuel cell car, understand how the technology works, and learn more about the potential of hydrogen and fuel cells in enabling a more secure, flexible, and clean energy future. Download the Increase Your H2IQ module to give a hydrogen and fuel cells presentation in your classroom or community.
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Webinars and Workshops
Workshop: March 20, Seattle, Washington—Hydrogen and Fuel Cell R&D for Datacenter Applications
As part of DOE's H2@Scale Initiative, FCTO will be hosting a workshop to convene relevant research, industry, and government representatives to discuss the status, challenges, and the potential that hydrogen and fuel cell technologies have in meeting the power needs of data centers. Learn more about this upcoming workshop. Note: Space is limited and preference will given to technical experts with relevant expertise in this topic.
Workshop: March 26–27, Lansing, Michigan—H2@Rail
As part of DOE's H2@Scale Initiative, FCTO is hosting a workshop to bring together stakeholders in the rail sector to discuss concrete opportunities where hydrogen and fuel cell technologies could add value to rail applications. If you are interested in participating in this workshop, please contact [email protected] or [email protected] for more information. Note: Space is limited and preference will given to technical experts with relevant expertise in this topic.
Webinar: March 28—Fuel Cell Durability and Performance through FC-PAD, a Multilab Collaboration
On Thursday, March 28, at 12 p.m. ET, FCTO will present a live webinar titled "Addressing Challenges to Fuel Cell Durability and Performance through FC-PAD, a Multilab Collaboration." This webinar will discuss the latest results from the activities FC-PAD members have engaged in to enhance the performance and durability of fuel cells while simultaneously reducing their cost. Researchers will also discuss examples of capabilities that have been developed through the consortium, as well as ways in which industry can collaborate with them. Stay tuned for more information on this webinar.
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Studies, Reports, and Publications
2019 February Fact of the Month Posted
A process to produce hydrogen from water using sunlight reaches 16.2% efficiency, on its way to meeting the DOE target. Read more Hydrogen and Fuel cell Facts of the Month on the website.