A proposal to establish a hydrogen fuel production and distribution facility in Nanaimo has been presented to the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN). HTEC, the company behind the initiative, envisions setting up a hydrogen facility at Harmac property in Duke Point and a fuelling station at a Mid Island Co-op location on Boxwood Road. During the RDN's transit committee meeting, Jeff Grant, HTEC's vice-president of transportation solutions, highlighted the potential for hydrogen-fuelled public transit, particularly emphasizing the efficiency and reliability of fuel cell electric bus technology. Grant mentioned that these buses have a remarkable range of up to 590 kilometers on a single refueling event, backed by 285 million kilometers of zero-emission driving experience. The quick refueling time of 12 to 13 minutes further adds to the appeal of hydrogen-powered buses. While discussing the transition to alternative fuels, Parksville Mayor Doug O'Brien pointed out the cost implications of switching to battery electric buses and the need for charging infrastructure. In contrast, the utilization of the existing hydrogen fuelling station at Mid Island Co-op could offer a seamless transition for RDN Transit. The HTEC project is progressing towards construction, with detailed engineering underway and plans to commence operations by mid-2026. Although no immediate decisions were made following the presentation, Nanaimo director Ben Geselbracht expressed interest in exploring hydrogen technology for longer-haul transit routes and potential pilot programs with B.C. Transit, highlighting the opportunities presented by local hydrogen production for regional sustainability.