The article delves into the staggering scale of hydrogen projects in West Texas, shedding light on the hype and government subsidies driving this push. Robert Bryce, a noted expert on electricity, discusses the historical hype surrounding hydrogen and the current situation fueled by significant tax credits. The Inflation Reduction Act offers a tax credit of $3 per kilogram for hydrogen production, amounting to a substantial $25 billion. This subsidy is eleven times the market price of natural gas, incentivizing corporations to venture into green hydrogen production. Companies like Next Air Energy, APEX Clean Energy, and et Fuels are ramping up efforts in West Texas to capitalize on these tax credits. However, this aggressive pursuit of green hydrogen projects is raising concerns among local ranchers. The article highlights the potential environmental impact on groundwater in the arid region due to these large-scale projects. The federal subsidies are criticized for creating distortions in the energy market, favoring hydrogen production over other sources like nuclear power. Robert Bryce emphasizes the exorbitant nature of the subsidies, with comparisons showing the disproportionate support for green hydrogen. The article paints a picture of a complex energy landscape where financial incentives are driving decisions, raising questions about the long-term sustainability and fairness of such policies.