The First Public Hydrogen Authority has rolled out a centralized RFP to lock in low-carbon hydrogen for California’s transit and industrial fleets, aiming to cut costs, boost scale and ensure clean supply.
The First Public Hydrogen Authority (FPH₂) kicked off its Request for Proposals, RFP 01-26, all aimed at securing low-carbon hydrogen fuel for a range of public transit and industrial needs. By pooling resources under a special joint powers authority, driven by the Cities of Lancaster and Industry, FPH₂ is banking on the idea that bigger, consistent orders and long-term contracts will finally help overcome the hurdles that have held back hydrogen developments for years.
You could call it a demand cooperation or just a clever strategy—the concept is pretty straightforward. Instead of each public transit agency going it alone and…
