Representatives Jamie Raskin and Don Beyer from Washington, DC, have pressed the Department of Energy's Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED) to enhance transparency regarding the climate effects of hydrogen production in the Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs Program. They emphasize the importance of releasing lifecycle emissions data for each hub to ensure that these initiatives are truly contributing to climate goals. The call for transparency stems from concerns that high emissions during hydrogen production could nullify the benefits of replacing fossil fuels. The representatives highlight the need for a complete picture that includes projected greenhouse gas emissions to evaluate the true impact of the H2Hubs program. Their efforts have also influenced climate standards in the Clean Hydrogen Tax Credit, ensuring that clean hydrogen production aligns with renewable energy sources and emission reduction goals. This advocacy underscores the public's right to understand the environmental and health implications of investing taxpayer dollars in hydrogen hubs. By urging for emissions transparency, the representatives aim to promote accountability in advancing decarbonization and delivering climate and public health benefits to communities.