As hydrogen hype meets reality in Newfoundland, companies eye markets closer to home
- On June 4, 2025, executives from six companies discussed challenges and opportunities for wind-powered green hydrogen projects at a conference in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador.
- The meeting followed significant policy turmoil in the U.S. Under President Trump, which caused declining support for clean energy and delayed hydrogen market development.
- Pattern Energy and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners, represented by Frank Davis and Karlis Povisils, plan wind-hydrogen and ammonia facilities in eastern Newfoundland while focusing on supplying local grid demand.
- Davis said Canada can become a more attractive renewable energy investment destination amid U.S. Uncertainty, noting the wind-hydrogen sector 'could be more of a marathon than a sprint.'
- This outlook suggests Canada may lead in renewable investments despite slower commercialization and difficulties securing buyers for green hydrogen, as echoed by multiple industry leaders.
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As hydrogen hype meets reality in Newfoundland, companies eye markets closer to home
The global green hydrogen industry is lagging behind its own hype, but executives from six companies vying to build wind-powered hydrogen operations in Newfoundland and Labrador say it’s too soon give up.
Dwindling hype over hydrogen not a bad thing for industry's serious players, energy reps say
On the second day of Energy N.L.’s conference, wind-hydrogen representatives say the fading hype over their sector isn't necessarily negative. They're confident projects in Newfoundland and Labrador will continue, especially as the U.S. pulls support for clean energy.
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St. John’s – The offshore renewable energy sector offers Canada a once-in-a-generation economic opportunity, with the global offshore wind market expected to draw $1 trillion in investments by 2040. Boasting the world’s longest coastlines, exceptional wind resources and a highly skilled labour pool, Atlantic Canada is ideally situated to capitalize on this extraordinary opportunity for economic growth and job creation. ...
The leaders of six companies competing to build green hydrogen projects in Newfoundland and Labrador claim that it is too early to abandon an industry that is still lagging behind.
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