Michigan is part of the Midwest Alliance for Clean Hydrogen (MachH2) initiative aiming to build hydrogen infrastructure in the region with a $22 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy. The alliance, supported by the Michigan Infrastructure Office, plans to expand hydrogen fuel usage by expanding the Flint Mass Transportation Authority’s fleet, building a hydrogen production facility in Ypsilanti in partnership with the American Center for Mobility, and establishing a hydrogen fuel truck stop in Detroit. The effort is driven by the need for cleaner energy alternatives for heavy-duty trucks, with hydrogen being considered more feasible than electric batteries due to challenges related to size, weight, and charge time. Neil Banwart, the chief integration officer for MachH2, emphasizes the importance of setting up infrastructure to support the transition to fuel cell vehicles. One of the main concerns is the environmental impact of hydrogen production, with a focus on utilizing green hydrogen production methods like renewable energy systems to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The initiative, which includes stakeholders from various sectors, has plans for nine projects across four Midwest states and expects significant federal cost-sharing.