The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced funding commitments of up to $2.2 billion for two new hydrogen hubs in the Gulf Coast and Midwest regions. The HyVelocity-led Gulf Coast Hydrogen Hub and the Midwest Hydrogen Hub, led by the Midwest Alliance for Clean Hydrogen LLC (MachH2), are set to receive federal cost share funding to advance the development of a clean hydrogen network. This initiative is part of the broader effort to decarbonize high-polluting sectors and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Gulf Coast hub, situated along the Texas Gulf Coast, plans to produce hydrogen through electrolysis and from natural gas with carbon capture and storage. It involves seven proposed projects, including facilities for hydrogen production, liquefaction, and pipelines. On the other hand, the Midwest hub aims to utilize natural gas, renewable energy, and nuclear energy as feedstock for hydrogen production across Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Michigan. The Biden-Harris administration's goal is to produce 10 million metric tons of hydrogen annually by 2030. The federal funding allocated to the hydrogen hubs is part of a larger $7 billion initiative to establish hydrogen hubs nationwide. This investment is expected to not only drive the growth of a domestic hydrogen industry but also create economic opportunities and promote energy security. The announcement has been met with positivity, highlighting the potential for significant private investments and job creation in the clean energy sector.