U.S., Japan to work on hydrogen and fuel cell research

Washington (Nuclear News Flashes)--09Jan2004

The U.S. and Japan Jan. 9 agreed to work together on hydrogen and fuel cell research. U.S. Energy Secretary Spencer Abraham said both countries recognize the importance of R&D to the development of a hydrogen economy and of cost-effective technologies to meet future global energy needs. "International cooperation is key to achieving the hydrogen and fuel cell program goals outlined by President Bush," Abraham said. Both countries intend to bring together specialists in workshops and seminars, as well as to exchange experts and information on technological programs and developments in the areas of fuel cells and hydrogen production, storage, and transport technologies. The U.S. and Japan are members of the International Partnership for the Hydrogen Economy, comprised of 14 nations and the European Commission.