Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA) was formed in November 2010 following the merger of two former associations representing different sectors of the industry, the U.S. Fuel Cell Council and the National Hydrogen Association. FCHEA has more than sixty organizations as members. The Association's history dates back to 1989 through the creation of NHA.
Merger The U.S. Fuel Cell Council (USFCC) and the National Hydrogen Association (NHA) merged to form the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA). Based in Washington, D.C., the FCHEA serves as a combined trade association to represent the fuel cell and hydrogen energy industries to stakeholders and advocate for the role of these technologies in clean energy production.
Leadership
Frank Wolak – President and CEO Frank Wolak is the president and CEO of the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association (FCHEA) in Washington, DC. With over 30 years of experience, FCHEA advocates for policies and funding to support hydrogen energy and fuel cell technologies across government and industry. Previously, Wolak served as senior vice president at FuelCell Energy, Inc., where he led major fuel cell technology initiatives and collaborated with the U.S. Department of Energy and Congress to advance related programs. His background includes executive roles in various energy sectors and consulting on emerging technologies. Wolak is also vice chair of the Global Hydrogen Industry Association Alliance (GHIAA) and serves on the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee, appointed by the secretary of commerce. He holds a Bachelor of Science in mechanical engineering from Western New England University and an MBA in finance from the University of Hartford.
Members As of September 2024, the Fuel Cell and Hydrogen Energy Association consists of 95 members separated into two groups: the principal members, and supporting members.
Principal members (36 members)
Supporting Members (59 members)
See also International Partnership for Energy Efficiency Cooperation
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