ETOBICOKE – On Jun. 10, the Ontario government announced its plans to expand the province’s hydrogen energy advantage to try and build more clean energy for new homes and support economic growth. Accelerating the growth of Ontario’s low-carbon hydrogen sector is part of the government’s plan to grow Ontario, which includes an integrated energy plan that will meet the province’s growing electricity needs and strengthen Ontario’s long-term energy security to reduce reliance on energy providers from outside the province.“Ontario is taking bold action to build an energy system that supports jobs and powers the province’s economic growth – now and for generations to come,” said Sam Oosterhoff, Associate Minister of Energy-Intensive Industries. “Hydrogen is already proving its value in Ontario, and we’re backing it as an important part of our diverse, reliable and clean energy mix – one that creates good jobs, strengthens manufacturing and builds a more self-reliant province.”Hydrogen technologies are uniquely suited to help fill gaps in the energy system that are too difficult or costly to solve through electrification alone.To support the growth of a strong hydrogen economy, the government is:Creating a New Hydrogen Interruptible Rate Pilot (H2 IRP): The government will direct the Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) to provide recommendations for a pilot program that would offer hydrogen producers discounted electricity rates in exchange for reducing consumption during peak demand periods.Exploring Options to Regulate Hydrogen Pipelines: The province is evaluating the expansion of the Ontario Energy Board’s (OEB) mandate to regulate dedicated hydrogen pipelines to protect consumers, while facilitating more development of this new hydrogen infrastructure.Expanded Hydrogen Innovation Fund: In March 2025, Ontario announced a new $30 million round of funding for projects. One funding stream will support the integration of low-carbon hydrogen into the electricity grid, such as projects that help create a more reliable grid during peak times. The other will fund projects that support the broader use of hydrogen, such as in transportation and heavy industry. (ICE TORONTO)

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