Hydrogen Basics

Photo of a hydrogen fuel cell.

Hydrogen (H2) is a potentially emissions-free alternative fuel that can be produced from domestic resources. Although not widely used today as a transportation fuel, government and industry research and development are working toward the goal of clean, economical, and safe hydrogen production and hydrogen vehicles. This page lists basic hydrogen topics. To learn more, choose from the following pages.

What is hydrogen? 


Hydrogen as an Alternative Fuel 


Production 


Distribution 


Benefits 


Research and Development