Why Hydrogen
Connecticut’s transportation sector is nearly 100% dependent on fossil fuels, which are non-renewable and in limited quantity. In the last 20 years, demand for these fuels in Connecticut alone has grown nearly 50%. This demand is anticipated to grow another 50% by 2020. The burning of fossil fuels is a major contributor to air pollution which negatively impacts public health.
The use of hydrogen fuel has the potential to address some of Connecticut’s long term energy and environmental challenges by reducing petroleum consumption and providing important environmental benefits. A key aspect of this program is the potential creation of new jobs in Connecticut to support the development and maintenance of these new leading-edge technologies.