The U.S. Department of Treasury and Internal Revenue Service have finalized the rules for the Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit, aiming to incentivize hydrogen production with lower greenhouse gas emissions. The tax credit offers up to $3.00/kilogram over 10 years and is tiered based on carbon intensity and certain requirements. The inclusion of nuclear power plants in the eligibility criteria is significant, especially for facilities facing retirement risks, shut down plants cleared by the NRC, and reactors with power uprates. Hydrogen, a versatile energy carrier, is essential for energy storage, feedstock in industries like oil refining, and can be produced through various methods including electrolysis and steam methane reforming. The Department of Energy (DOE) is investing in clean hydrogen projects, including at nuclear power plants, to scale up production and reduce emissions. DOE's initiatives aim to establish regional clean hydrogen hubs across the U.S. and support demonstration projects. The updated Clean Hydrogen Production tax credit rules will provide more investment certainty for these projects moving forward, with the DOE set to release an updated model for calculating the tax credit. Overall, the article highlights the positive impact of the Clean Hydrogen Production Tax Credit on nuclear power plants, emphasizing the importance of hydrogen in reducing emissions and boosting clean energy production.