Assertion: The “Three Pillars” approach will be necessary until America builds a 100% clean energy grid

The Three Pillars approach is a regulatory framework that aims to guarantee that green hydrogen production aligns with climate goals. The three pillars are additionality, time matching, and geographic deliverability. The three pillars are necessary to guarantee that green hydrogen producers are actually using clean energy and not placing undue burden on the grids. [The Biden administration’s proposed guidance for the hydrogen production tax credit requires producers who claim the credit to adhere to the three pillars.](the-biden-administration’s-proposed-guidance for.md) Once America is near a 100% clean energy grid, the pillars will no longer be necessary and could be phased out.