Hydrogen + Fuel Cells 2009 highlights commercial progress of clean energy technology

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, May 25 (MARKET WIRE) --
Hydrogen + Fuel Cells 2009, Canada's premier international hydrogen and
fuel cell event, will showcase Canada's leadership in commercialization
of hydrogen and fuel cell technology.

"Today, customers and end-users around the world are validating the
benefits of hydrogen and fuel cells," said John Tak, Chair, Hydrogen +
Fuel Cells 2009. "There is increasing momentum behind the commercial
adoption of this technology, propelling the growth of an industry that
provides high-value green jobs and a legacy of innovation."

Hydrogen and fuel cell technologies deliver significant reductions in
greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality, and ensure secure and
reliable energy. Made-in-B.C. applications of these technologies in
market today include forklifts, stationary power generation, fuelling,
back-up power and portable products.

More than 1,000 international delegates are expected to attend Hydrogen +
Fuel Cells 2009, taking place June 1-3 at the new green-designed
Vancouver Convention Centre. The conference will feature international
experts profiling the latest developments in research, business and
government policy, with the opening keynote session featuring addresses
from the governments of British Columbia.

A convoy of hydrogen-powered electric vehicles, on a cross-border road
rally originating from San Diego, California will be arriving in
Vancouver on June 3, and celebrated at the conference.

Conference media opportunities include:

- Monday, June 1, 9:00 am - opening keynote session: addresses by senior
representatives from the Province of B.C.

- Wednesday, June 3, 10:30 am - event: hydrogen fuel cell vehicle road
rally arrival, hydrogen-powered vehicle demonstration and test drive.

"Our global environmental challenges, such as climate change, do not stop
at the border," said Tak. "I am pleased that scientists, engineers,
government representatives and businesspeople from more than 35 countries
are coming to Vancouver, an active hub for hydrogen and fuel cell
development, to help create solutions to these challenges."

Hydrogen + Fuel Cells 2009 is jointly organized by the Canadian Hydrogen
and Fuel Cell Association and the Province of British Columbia. Sponsors
include Air Liquide, The Linde Group, German Fuel Cell and Hydrogen
Network, Air Products, Ballard, Enbridge, AECL, BC Hydro, Canadian
Nuclear Association, Daimler, GM, Hydrogenics, IMW, Plug Power,
PriceWaterhouseCoopers, Iwatani, National Research Council Canada,
Natural Resources Canada and BC Transit.

Media materials, including print-quality images and b-roll, are available
at www.hfc2009.com.

Contacts:
Media contact
Sara Bearchell
604-623-3007 x 240
sara.bearchell@karyo-edelman.com
www.hfc2009.com

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