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WEDNESDAY, JULY 29 AT 8:00AM PT. Hydrogen in the Universe - and on Earth.

We are living in dramatic times of climate change and its impact on the Earth's environment, on our quality of life and on global migration of humans.

Hence, it is about highest time to change our way of energy consumption and switch to CO2-free energy sources. The most powerful and reliable energy source, which we could easily tab, is the Sun. With the power of the Sun (which is also responsible for the winds on Earth) we can easily satisfy the world's total energy demand.An issue which is often raised when it comes to the large-scale usage of renewable energy sources is transportation and storage as those sources are highly local and temporally fluctuating.

Nevertheless even here, the technical solution is ready to use: H2. Hydrogen is the most abundant element and molecule in the Universe, but unfortunately not available in molecular form (H2) on Earth. Fortunately, H2 is easily produced just from water via electrolysis and back-converted with via fuel cells.

In this talk, Prof. Dr. Robi Banerjee will give an (global/astrophysical) overview of how to realistically install a Sun and H2-based energy economy and discuss the next steps we have to take to be successful.

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Prof. Dr. Robi Banerjee is Professor for Theoretical Astrophysics (W2)
at the University of Hamburg, since May 2011.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 22 AT 8:00AM PT. Cummins (Hydrogenics) will talk about a huge range of topics, I can tell you. I can't reveal what the topic is yet. But stay updated for the registration link:

WEDNESDAY, JULY 15 AT 8:00AM PT. Steve Mathison will introduce concepts to lower the cost of hydrogen fueling by making improvements to the existing SAE J2601 protocols and by utilizing completely new protocol approaches which can facilitate customer acceptable fueling at warmer hydrogen pre-cooling temperatures. These methods would reduce the cost of chillers at the station, reduce energy consumption, and increase station reliability without sacrificing fueling performance. These approaches are especially applicable to high flow fueling at 70 MPa, a key aspect of H2@Scale, wherein station energy consumption and customer sensitivity to fuel costs is even more prominent than it is for light duty fueling.

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Steve Mathison recently joined NREL as a Research Engineer in the Hydrogen Production, Power, and Storage group. Steve previously worked as a Principal Engineer at Honda R&D Americas, LLC, where he developed the MC Formula fueling protocol. Steve also serves as the current document sponsor for SAE J2601, and as Chair of the SAE Fuel Cell Standards Committee Interface Taskforce.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8 AT 8:00AM PT. Port authorities and industry leaders from two continents will discuss the activities of hydrogen and fuel cells in ports and maritime. During the webinar, Den Helder will outline port activities and look at wider co-operation across the North Sea. The webinar will also feature a presentation by PowerCell on the hydrogen fuel cell port and maritime activities in Scandinavia. To end, a presentation on the fuel cell port equipment and heavy-duty trucks being deployed in the Port of Los Angeles. ​​​​​​​

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Cory Shumaker, with over 10 years of hydrogen experience, is a global hydrogen and fuel cells engineering consultant for the Center for Transportation and the Environment. Cory’s roles include project support through project development, project management, stakeholder coordination and outreach.

Jacob Goldberg is an Environmental Specialist in the Port of Los Angeles’ Environmental Management Division. Mr. Goldberg is the project manager for the Technology Advancement Program and is currently managing a pilot demonstration of hydrogen fuel-cell electric drayage trucks.

Åse Bye, Business Manager Stationary Applications at PowerCell Sweden AB. She has education in Business Administration, marketing and leadership with more than 20 years of international industry and entrepreneurial experience, including commercialization and utilization of research, technical products and complex services as it is in the fuel cell and hydrogen industry, energy and fiber optics. She has been/is board member and chairman in Netwest Sweden AB, UF/Junior Achievement Worldwide among others.

SEPTEMBER 29-30. f-cell is excited to host its 20th event in hybrid style! We are very happy to welcome you to the first European professional event for the hydrogen and fuel cell industry, post quarantine! We recognize that not everybody may be able to travel to Stuttgart this year, however the networking atmosphere that distinguishes f-cell Stuttgart is our main focus. Therefore we are preparing everything to welcome you – participants, exhibitors and visitors – “live” in Stuttgart.

For attendees with travel restrictions, we are launching f-cell World, an interactive digital platform that will bring together our onsite and online participants, speakers and exhibitors. We are working with experienced technology partners to ensure a smooth process, and an enjoyable and inspiring event.

Highlights at f-cell this year

• We are happy to welcome the new Managing Director of NOW GmbH, Christoph von Knobelsdorff, to speak on Strategy and Implementation for Hydrogen in Germany.

• Renowned speakers present from global innovators, such as Ballard, Bosch, Daimler, Siemens and Tokyo Gas. Read more f-cell content below:

• International exhibition is nearly sold out!

• f-cell award for outstanding innovations is accepting submission until Monday!

• 24 Hour Hydrogen Challenge will coincide with the f-cell for its second time in Germany.

Early Bird Registration available until July 31, 2020.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

THURSDAY, JULY 2 AT 9:30AM PT.  The California Energy Commission (CEC) will conduct a workshop to discuss the status of the hydrogen and fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) markets. The workshop is part of the Energy Commission’s 2020 Integrated Energy Policy Report Update (2020 IEPR Updat e) proceeding.

A quorum of Commissioners may participate, but no votes will be taken.

The workshop will be held remotely, consistent with Executive Orders N-25-20 and N-29-20 and the recommendations from the California Department of Public Health to encourage physical distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19. The public is able to participate and observe the workshop consistent with the direction in these Executive Orders. Instructions for remote participation are provided below.

The workshop will be held in two segments over one day as follows:

9:30 AM: Session 1 – Hydrogen Supply and Infrastructure Status
1:30 PM: Session 2 – FCEV Market Status

Notice and Agenda

Notice of IEPR Commissioner Workshop on Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Market Status

Remote Attendance 

Participants may join any or all scheduled panel sessions by clicking on the links below. You may also access Zoom at this address, https://join.zoom.us, and enter the unique Webinar ID and password for each session (listed below). Zoom technical support is available at 1-888-799-9666 ext. 2, or you may contact the CEC’s Public Advisor’s Office at [email protected] or (916) 654-4489, or toll-free at 800-822-6228. To comment or ask a question using Zoom’s online platform, use the “raise hand” feature. To comment by telephone, see instructions below.

Session 1 – Hydrogen Supply and Infrastructure Status
https://energy.zoom.us/j/96082777676?pwd=MkVqYjlwcXA5OXRjelQ3bGpmdGRPdz09
Webinar ID: 960 8277 7676 Webinar Password: IEPR2020

Session 2 – FCEV Market Status
https://energy.zoom.us/j/99985034825?pwd=Mi9jWjlrU2VMMTVGekZmRjZOc0ozUT09
Webinar ID: 999 8503 4825 Webinar Password: IEPR2020

Participate by Telephone:
To participate by telephone, call Zoom at 1-888-475-4499 (toll free). When prompted, input the
unique Webinar ID for the session of your choice (listed above). To comment or ask a question
over the telephone, dial *9 to “raise your hand” and *6 to mute/unmute.

THURSDAY, JULY 9. Whether you are using solar power to produce hydrogen or for other renewable energy, energy storage, or mobility applications, it’s critical to have a full understanding of safe practices for handling hydrogen. With many new players entering the hydrogen market during this energy transition, the industry has a responsibility to provide educational resources to help everyone stay safe. This webinar will explore a variety of applied safety resources including best practices, lessons learned, and educational resources that are available for the use of hydrogen.

Speaking:

Nick Barilo, Director, Center for Hydrogen Safety, American Institute of Chemical Engineers

Jennifer Hamilton, Safety and Education Program Manager, California Fuel Cell Partnership

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UPDATE MARCH 14-17, 2021 Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we have rescheduled our October 2020 TRANSform Conference & EXPO. The event will now take place March 14-17, 2021, in Anaheim, California

FRIDAY, JUNE 19, AT 9:00AM PT. The 2nd Advisory Committee meeting for the Clean Transportation Program's 2020-2023 Investment Plan Update has been rescheduled to June 19th. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.  We have also determined the meeting start time to be 9:00 AM, with the meeting concluding at 1:00 PM. Since the meeting will be conducted virtually, by way of ZOOM, which we understand is not the ideal format, we're asking that participants come with prepared and focused statements in order to make best use of the time. If this not possible, the 19-ALT-01 docket is available to capture all your comments.   

The Presiding Member of the Clean Transportation Program Advisory Committee (Advisory Committee) and staff of the California Energy Commission (CEC) will conduct a public remote-access meeting of the Advisory Committee for the Clean Transportation Program. Staff will present an overview of proposed allocations included in the lead commissioner report version of the 2020-2023 Investment Plan Update for the Clean Transportation Program. Staff will discuss revisions to the 2020-2030 Investment Plan Update, including changes made in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on jobs and the economy. Since the first Advisory Committee meeting occurred before the pandemic, the focus of the discussion will primarily be on how to leverage funding to create jobs, stimulate the economy, and support equity while advancing the state’s goals for clean transportation.

The lead commissioner report represents the next step in developing the 2020-2023 Investment Plan Update. Before the adoption of the report at a CEC business meeting in August, the CEC may release a revised lead commissioner report. The CEC seeks input from the Advisory Committee, the Disadvantaged Communities Advisory Group, other key stakeholders, and the public regarding the proposed allocations and rationale. Because this meeting will focus on COVID-19 impacts and resulting changes to the investment plan, the CEC strongly encourages all stakeholders submit their additional comments to the 19-ALT-01 docket.

The workshop will be held remotely, consistent with Executive Orders N-25-20 and N-29-20 and the recommendations from the California Department of Public Health to encourage physical distancing to slow the spread of COVID-19. The public can participate and observe the workshop consistent with the direction in these Executive Orders. Instructions for remote participation are below.

The Presiding Member of the Advisory Committee, Commissioner Patty Monahan, will attend. A quorum of Commissioners may attend, but no votes will be taken.

Notice and Agenda
Notice of Advisory Committee Meeting
Remote Attendance
When attending remotely, presentations will appear on your computer/laptop/mobile device screen, and audio may be heard via the device or telephone. Please be aware that the Zoom meeting will be recorded. Zoom technical support is available at 1-888-799-9666 ext. 2, or you may contact the CEC’s Public Advisor’s Office at [email protected], (916) 654-4489, or (800) 822-6228.

Via Computer:
Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://energy.zoom.us/j/96712216893?pwd=T3lQYkVtRFhDd3JlRFhMbUFERkMrZz09
Password: 840287
Webinar ID: 967 1221 6893
To comment, use the “raise hand” feature.

Via Telephone Only:
Dial 1-888-475-4499 (toll-free in the U.S.) or 1-877-853-5257 (Toll Free) and when prompted,
enter webinar ID: 967 1221 6893. International callers may select a number from the Zoom
International Dial-in Numbers List at https://energy.zoom.us/u/aibCHsX0j. To comment, dial *9 to
“raise your hand” and *6 to mute/unmute your phone line.

Via Mobile Device:
Download the application from the Zoom Download Center, https://energy.zoom.us/download.

TUESDAY, JUNE 23 AT 8:00AM PT. Join CaFCP's member PDC Machines as they discuss how to build a clean energy future using PDC's industry leading technology. There will be a number of engaging features, including virtual tours of PDC facilities and field operations. 

About This Webinar

As a clean fuel, hydrogen is at the forefront of the growing renewable energy economy that has foregrounded itself as an essential industry both economically and ecologically. Among clean fuels, hydrogen energy is also remarkable as an energy carrier for its potential to scale in industrial and consumer facing applications.

Learn why PDC Machines' compression are leading the way in the hydrogen industry and how our technology and manufacturing expertise can build the foundation of a new infrastructure of clean energy.

Presenters:

Jim Petrecky; Director of Hydrogen, Americas, Europe, and Oceania

Jim Petrecky is Director of Hydrogen Energy for North America, Europe, & Oceania for PDC Machines. He is responsible for expansion of hydrogen compression and infrastructure business as well as commercialization of the SimpleFuel hydrogen station. Jim has over 15 years of experience in the hydrogen industry in the roles of sales, business development, marketing, product management and engineering.

Kareem Afzal; Vice President, PDC Machines

Mr. Kareem Afzal is the Vice President of PDC Machines, a company that provides engineered solutions for clean fuel refueling stations, gas producing, chemical and petrochemical companies worldwide. PDC Machines is the world’s leading provider of compression technology to the early market hydrogen energy and refueling market for fuel cell cars, buses, trucks, forklifts, trains and so on. PDC is a scaling achieving record revenue and unit sales year on year for the last 8 years. PDC is constantly innovating to mean and exceed the hydrogen industry’s needs- growing our product portfolio through direct product development investments and through partnerships.

Kareem started his career as a design engineer, working on product and project design for industrial and specialty gas markets and at the time the early demonstration market of the hydrogen energy business. After 15 years in engineering, Kareem moved to sales and business development and now leads the worldwide team. During his time as VP, PDC started 4 offices overseas to enable direct to customer sales and support for PDC’s equipment.

Kareem is deeply passionate about hydrogen as a fuel. He served as the PDC representative to the executive committee of the Fuel Cell Hydrogen and Energy Association's Board of Directors. PDC also is a member of the California Hydrogen Business Council, The Center for Hydrogen Safety, SAE China Hydrogen group and serves on multiple codes and standard bodies supporting the development of hydrogen codes and standards.

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