Solar Media, the publisher of Current±, is organizing the US Green Hydrogen Summit 2024 East Coast event in Philadelphia on November 19–20, 2024. The event aims to bring together key players from the US hydrogen industry to explore the region's hydrogen economy and emerging opportunities. As the event's editorial partner, Current± will conduct Q&A sessions to delve into crucial topics leading up to the summit. In a recent interview with Haiyan Sun from NYSERDA, discussions highlighted the progress in the US green hydrogen sector, particularly in the northeast region. Participants are eager to learn and share insights on clean hydrogen production from renewable sources and address challenges and growth prospects. Key opportunities in the current market include the need for clean fuels to decarbonize difficult-to-electrify sectors and ensure grid reliability. The conversation at New York's Future Energy Economy Summit emphasized the importance of developing dispatchable emission-free resources like hydrogen. However, challenges such as federal policy uncertainties, safety regulations, community education, and infrastructure requirements pose obstacles to market adoption. Significant support has been extended at federal and state levels to nurture the hydrogen market. Initiatives like funding regional hydrogen hubs by the U.S. Department of Energy and investments from agencies like NYSERDA in New York demonstrate a commitment to growing the hydrogen ecosystem. Notably, NYSERDA's funding for research and development projects underscores the state's dedication to innovation in the hydrogen sector. In New York, hydrogen is seen as a pivotal solution across sectors, with a focus on fostering a network of clean hydrogen projects. By investing in research, development, and demonstration activities, New York aims to enhance economic development, grid resiliency, and renewable energy integration. The state's holistic approach underscores the importance of hydrogen in advancing sustainability and economic growth.