Edmonton Region Hydrogen Hub joins Pan-Canadian Alliance of Hydrogen Hubs to accelerate clean energy innovation

Trois-Rivières, October 1, 2025, PRESS RELEASE – Valléede la Transition Énergétique (VTE), today announced the official launch of the Pan-Canadian Alliance of Hydrogen Hubs, in collaboration with three national partners: Simon Fraser University's Clean Hydrogen Hub (British Columbia), the Newfoundland and Labrador Hydrogen Innovation Partnership (Newfoundland and Labrador), and the Edmonton Regional Hydrogen Hub (Alberta).

This strategic alliance marks a major milestone forCanada in the development of a clean hydrogen ecosystem that isdriving the transition to a net-zero economy. By joining forces withcomplementary regional hubs, the alliance aims to stimulate investment,support technological innovation, foster workforce training, andensure long-term energy security and sustainability.

"VTE is proud to play a leading role in thispan-Canadian initiative. Hydrogen is an essential lever for decarbonization,and this national collaboration allows us to showcase Québec's expertise whilestrengthening our leadership in the clean-energy sector," said AlainLemieux, Executive Director of VTE.

The four partners have signed a Memorandum ofUnderstanding formalizing their commitment to work together on commongoals, including:

·        Support for the development of hydrogen-relatedprojects in each region.

·        Promotion and commercialization of Canadianhydrogen technologies.

·        Collaboration on training, education andcommunity outreach.

·        Sharing knowledge and best practices at thetechnical, economic and financial levels.

A partnership rooted in action and innovation

Launched in a context where the federal government isfocusing on clean energy nation-building projects, including major initiativesin wind and hydrogen, the Pan-Canadian Alliance of Hydrogen Hubs is part of anambitious vision of a Canada as a world leader in sustainable energy.

Green hydrogen, produced by electrolysis from water andrenewable electricity, is a clean and versatile energy solution, withapplications in transport, heavy industry and the production of synthetic fuelssuch as methanol or ammonia.

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International reach already underway

In 2025, alliance partners participated in a TransatlanticHydrogen Hubs Dialogue to strengthen collaboration between Canada and Germanyon hydrogen infrastructure development. This initiative also supports the Canada–GermanyHydrogen Alliance, backed by Natural Resources Canada, and paves the way fortransatlantic hydrogen hubs.

VTE intends to play a central role in positioning Québec –and Canada – as a leader in the hydrogen economy on a global scale.

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Quotes:

"VTE is proud to play a leading role in this pan-Canadian initiative. Hydrogen is a key lever for decarbonization, and this national collaboration showcases Québec's expertise while strengthening our leadership in the clean-energy sector."

Alain Lemieux, CEO, Vallée de la Transition Énergétique (VTE)

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"Hydrogen represents a transformative opportunity for Canada to decarbonize its economy — from production to end-use. Hydrogen hubs are at the forefront of this transition, catalyzing innovation and accelerating adoption. As Canada's first hydrogen hub, the Edmonton region understands the importance of collaboration. By working together, sharing our approaches, and building the necessary infrastructure and workforce, hubs across the country can help Canada realize the full potential of hydrogen to achieve a clean energy future."

Brent Lakeman, Executive Director, Edmonton Hydrogen Hub.

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"Simon Fraser University is excited to be part of the Pan-Canadian Alliance of Hydrogen Hubs, a critical collaboration that will advance Canada's leadership in clean hydrogen technologies."

Dugan O'Neil, Vice-President, Research and Innovation, Simon Fraser University

"Canada is poised to become a global leader in clean-hydrogen technology, and Newfoundland and Labrador will play a pivotal role in transatlantic production and trade with Europe. On behalf of the Newfoundland and Labrador Hydrogen Innovation Partnership (HyIP), we are proud to join the Pan-Canadian Alliance of Hydrogen Hubs to help our country realize its full potential."

Laura Barron, CEO, econext's.

"Through industry-academia collaborations, innovation and the strength of the regions, we will build a connected, resilient and inclusive hydrogen economy in Canada together."

Prof. Dr. Bruno G. Pollet, Canada Research Chair in CleanHydrogen.

About Valléede la Transition Énergétique (VTE)

Based in Bécancour, at the heart of a dynamic industrialecosystem, the VTE aims to accelerate the development, implementation andcommercialization of clean technologies, particularly in the green hydrogen,industrial decarbonization and energy storage sectors. VTE acts as a catalystfor innovation, collaboration and investment to support the transition to anet-zero economy.

About the Clean Hydrogen Hub at Simon Fraser University(CHH)

CHH is a leading research centre at Simon Fraser University that brings together partners from industry, community, academia and government to reduce the costs of producing clean hydrogen and jointly develop technologies and products.

About the Newfoundland and Labrador Hydrogen Innovation Partnership (HyIP)

HyIP is a unique collaboration between research institutes, industry, and Indigenous groups working to advance clean energy research, development, and innovation in Newfoundland and Labrador.

About the Edmonton Regional Hydrogen Hub (the HUB)

The Edmonton Region Hydrogen Hub is a collaborative initiative dedicated to promoting a thriving hydrogen economy in the Edmonton region and beyond. Bringing together municipalities, industry, and associations, the HUB focuses on building a strong hydrogen value chain through collaboration, systems integration and policy advocacy. Leveraging the region's world-class hydrogen production facilities and strategic infrastructure, the HUB drives innovation, promotes decarbonization, and drives economic growth, positioning the Edmonton region as a global leader in hydrogen sustainability.

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