Special Events

• Monday, March 30, 9 am - 1 pm
  Safety, Codes & Standards Workshop
  FREE and open to the public
  Join key stakeholders to understand the latest advances in three important topic areas: leak detection, odorization and sensors; separation distances for gaseous and liquid hydrogen storage; and indoor operations and fueling. This event is free and open to the public (conference registration is not required for this event). More >>
  
  
• Monday, March 30, 1 - 3 pm
  State/Regional Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Initiatives Workshop
  FREE and open to the public
  Today more than 30 states are represented by a state or regional hydrogen or fuel cell initiative. For the last three years, the NHA Conference and Hydrogen Expo has provided a forum for in-person meetings of its state and regional initiatives group. Join us to learn how to grow your local hydrogen and fuel cell efforts.  More >>
  
  
• Tuesday, March 31 and Wednesday, April 1, 10:30 am - 2 pm
  Ride and Drive
  FREE and open to the public
  Come ride and drive in hydrogen powered cars from several major automakers. There will also be a new hydrogen hybrid bus on display! More >>
  
  
• Wednesday, April 1, 10 am - 5 pm
  Public Day
  FREE and open to the public
  
Learn about the cleanest alternative fuel at the Hydrogen Expo on Wednesday, April 1, 2009 from 10:00am to 5:00pm at the Columbia Convention Center (Expo Hall, Lower Level). Experience hydrogen "hands on" in the Live Demo area or take a ride in a hydrogen-powered car. Vehicles participating in the ride and drive will be at the west entrance on Lincoln Street.


• Thursday, April 2
  Dinner and Tour: Savannah River National Laboratory
  Visit a new Hydrogen Refueling Station with operational hydrogen fork lifts, and explore the Hydrogen Education, Training and Development Laboratory, featuring regenerative fuel cell backup power system. The tour will also feature the latest in hydrogen storage development, fuel cell development and materials testing. Enjoy a buffet dinner featuring Carolina and other local cuisine. More >>
  
  
• Thursday, April 2, 2:30 - 4 pm
  Town Hall Meeting: The Good and the Bad about Hydrogen
  FREE and open to the public
  Attend this forum to discover the truth behind the hype and why some critics are actually right. The public is encouraged to attend this free event moderated by SC State Representative Joan Brady with industry expert speakers (conference registration is not required for this event). More>>
  
  
• Thursday, April 2, 2:30 - 4 pm
  Workshop for Finance and Hydrogen Professionals
  Learn from experience. Emerging market leaders and finance professionals will discuss how to compete and succeed at securing new investments in today's economic landscape. More>>