Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Sector Profile 2005

The Government of Canada, Fuel Cells Canada and PricewaterhouseCoopers have partnered to develop a detailed, up-to-date profile of the Canadian hydrogen and fuel cell sector. The Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Sector Profile 2005 responds to the needs of stakeholders — companies, governments and investors — by obtaining current economic and corporate information to assess and benchmark the industry's progress. It describes the sector in terms of revenue, research and development activity and employment.

Summary
The Canadian industry continues to evolve and build technological capability as the new energy paradigm emerges. The hydrogen and fuel cell industry underwent significant refocusing of activities in 2004 and the results of this sector profile reflect this shift in direction. Key indicators include:

  • Between 2003 and 2004, revenue decreased 29% from $188 million to $133 million.
  • Research and development expenditures decreased 18% from $290 million in 2003 to $237 million in 2004.
  • Employment numbers decreased 23% from 2,685 in 2003 to 2,056 in 2004.
  • The number of demonstration projects declined 18%, from 262 in 2003 to 215 in 2004.
  • Respondents reported a 5% increase in strategic alliances between 2003 and 2004, from 256 to 270. These collaborative relationships among private companies and between the public and private sectors are critical to helping the industry achieve its commercialization goals.

About the Survey
A total of 125 organizations associated with the hydrogen and fuel cell sector in Canada were invited to participate in the development of this profile. Eighty-two companies responded. They comprised of existing and potential members of Fuel Cells Canada, academic institutions, government stakeholders and partners in current hydrogen and fuel cell demonstration activities. The complete list is included in the report.

For further information, please download the attached electronic file below.

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Canadian Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Sector Profile 2004
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For more information on the Canadian hydrogen and fuel cell industry, please contact:

Ron Britton
President and CEO
Fuel Cells Canada
Telephone: +1 (604) 822 9178
Email: rbritton@fuelcellscanada.ca

Annie Desgagne
Senior Advisor
Industry Canada
Telephone: +1 (604) 666 1426
Email: desgagne.annie@ic.gc.ca