Our mission

The California Fuel Cell Partnership is committed to promoting fuel cell vehicle commercialization as a means of moving towards a sustainable energy future, increasing energy efficiency and reducing or eliminating air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.

Our organization

The California Fuel Cell Partnership is a collaboration of 33 member organizations, including auto manufacturers, energy providers, government agencies and fuel cell technology companies, that work together to promote the commercialization of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

Automotive members provide fuel cell passenger vehicles that are placed in demonstration programs, where they are tested in real-world driving conditions. Energy members work to build hydrogen stations within an infrastructure that is safe, convenient and fits into the community. Fuel cell technology members provide fuel cells for passenger vehicles and transit buses. Government members lay the groundwork for demonstration programs by facilitating steps to creating a hydrogen fueling infrastructure.

In addition, our members collaborate on activities that advance the technology, such as first responder training, community outreach and agreeing on protocols while standards are being developed.

CaFCP has a staff of 14 people in offices located in the Sacramento and Los Angeles areas. Currently, our membership consists of 21 full and 13 associate members. Members’ staff participate on standing committees and project teams. CaFCP’s success is directly linked to the commitment and involvement of our member organizations.

The Steering Team is the executive decision-making body of the CaFCP. The Steering Team is composed of one representative from each full member. This group makes decisions by consensus to guide the goals and objectives of the organization.