Hydrogen and Public Policy

Hydrogen policy is not formed in the vacuum of a laboratory or in the decisions of boardrooms. Federal energy policy, stakeholder interests, state policy actions and academic research form a mosaic upon which hydrogen is developing as an energy solution. There are competing visions for the direction of hydrogen among proponents, as well as objectors who have a less positive view of hydrogen’s prospects. The following sections attempt to summarize these important views and the actions taken in each area. As New Jersey examines its potential role in actively encouraging a transition to hydrogen, many of these same issues and stakeholders will be involved. Understanding the general nature of their arguments will assist in the development and management of state energy policy decisions.

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