Amazon Steps into Green Energy, Pioneering Hydrogen Fuel Production for Sustainable Future
Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri
Amazon.com Inc (AMZN) is partnering with Plug Power Inc (PLUG) to produce hydrogen fuel at its fulfillment centers, starting with an electrolyzer installation in Aurora, Colorado. The electrolyzer will produce hydrogen to fuel forklift trucks, aligning with Amazon's goal to decarbonize operations by 2040. Despite using the power grid, which relies on fossil fuels, Amazon plans to transition to on-site renewable energy for green hydrogen production. The company has also expanded its electric vehicle fleet in India, aiming for 10,000 EVs by 2025. AMZN shares saw a slight increase.
December 29, 2023 | 2:51 pm
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Amazon's partnership with Plug Power for hydrogen fuel production aligns with its sustainability goals and could enhance its corporate responsibility image. The move towards green energy may attract environmentally conscious investors.
Amazon's commitment to sustainability through hydrogen fuel production and EV expansion in India is likely to be viewed positively by investors, potentially leading to a short-term positive impact on AMZN's stock price.
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Plug Power's partnership with Amazon for on-site hydrogen production could lead to increased business and visibility, potentially boosting investor confidence in PLUG's growth prospects.
The collaboration with Amazon for hydrogen fuel production is a significant development for Plug Power, likely to increase investor interest and possibly the stock price in the short term due to the potential for expanded business opportunities.
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