The United States aims to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, requiring technological advancements in the energy sector. Hydrogen is seen as a key element to decarbonize heavy-emitting sectors and power generation, but faces challenges due to material limitations in land-based utility turbines. The development of ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) and environmental barrier coatings (EBCs) is crucial to enable higher firing temperatures and efficiency in turbines. While these materials have been primarily used in aerospace, efforts are being made to commercialize them for hydrogen power generation. The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) has identified challenges and opportunities in CMC and EBC development, emphasizing the need for material availability, coating durability, system integration, and optimization. Innovations in digital design tools and processing techniques are highlighted as key areas for advancement to support the transition to a hydrogen-powered future.