PHILADELPHIA, PA – October 13, 2023 – The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia (the Chamber) commends the Biden-Harris Administration’s investment in renewable energy sources with the announcement of a $750 million federal grant to support the Mid-Atlantic Clean Hydrogen Hub (MACH2). This investment is one piece of the Department of Energy’s $7 billion Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs program, funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which will establish seven clean hydrogen hubs nationwide.  

With the creation of a new regional clean hydrogen hub (H2Hub), MACH2 could generate and retain more than 13,000 good-paying jobs and sustain a new talent pipeline in the low-carbon economy. The MACH2 group, a coalition of states including Delaware, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania with support across industries, has effectively harnessed existing technology and infrastructure strengths to generate clean hydrogen and work towards the nation’s goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions. 

“I applaud the Biden-Harris Administration’s bold investments in renewable energy. This is a significant step toward a cleaner and brighter future which will boost the regional economy, sparking growth across sectors, creating good-paying jobs, and fostering innovative breakthroughs,” said Chellie Cameron, President and Chief Executive Officer, the Chamber. “Our partners in the MACH2 group have diligently leveraged our region’s strengths as a national energy leader. With this investment from the Biden-Harris Administration, MACH2 is well-positioned to make a profound impact on our communities and our shared future.”  

Together with the MACH2 group, the Chamber has actively promoted Greater Philadelphia’s energy advantages to support the development of an H2Hub. The Chamber remains committed to continuing its partnership with MACH2, serving as a convener and connector as they facilitate the research, production, and distribution needs of the H2Hub.  

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