Why ARCH2

ARCH2 projects will integrate clean hydrogen production and end-use with connecting infrastructure and existing regional assets. 

ARCH2’s location is centered in the nation’s second-largest natural gas-producing region, which provides an abundance of end-use opportunities across multiple sectors. 

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Power Generation

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Industrial

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Commercial

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Residential

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Transportation

The Appalachian region has a highly skilled energy workforce with support from labor organizations, environmental non-profits, and community stakeholders.   

World-class academic and technology institutions based in Northern Appalachia will develop technologies, solutions, and the associated labor skills necessary to achieve and sustain a clean hydrogen economy in the region.  

ARCH2 will provide clean energy jobs throughout fossil energy and coal energy communities that are so prevalent in Northern Appalachia.