Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has unveiled plans to expedite energy projects in the state by providing significant tax breaks for initiatives that generate electricity, hydrogen, and sustainable aviation fuel. The governor's proposal, announced just before presenting his third budget proposal to lawmakers, seeks to enhance Pennsylvania's competitiveness in attracting major projects, such as data centers, amidst an ongoing energy crisis. Governor Shapiro highlighted the absence of an entity in Pennsylvania dedicated to accelerating siting decisions for energy projects and emphasized the need to address this issue to facilitate project development. The tax credits put forth by Shapiro target large-scale endeavors focusing on various forms of clean energy, including hydrogen production. By offering these incentives, the governor aims to position Pennsylvania as a frontrunner in sustainable energy solutions and align the state with others that have successfully attracted significant energy investments. The initiative reflects a positive outlook on the potential of hydrogen and other clean energy sources to drive economic growth and innovation in Pennsylvania's energy sector.