Intro:
After years of hype, clean hydrogen projects face delays and declining investor enthusiasm.
Details:
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Global hydrogen investments exceed $110 billion, but many projects lack financing or purchase agreements.
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U.S. budget changes cut back hydrogen tax credits, reducing momentum.
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Infrastructure challenges remain unresolved.
Impact:
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May slow clean energy transition goals.
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Could shift focus back to solar, wind, and battery technologies.
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Policymakers may need to redesign incentives.