YEG Joins H2CanFly to Help Canada Realize Potential of Hydrogen in Aerospace Sector

Edmonton Airports announced this week that it has joined a special consortium focused on advancing hydrogen and sustainable aviation technologies.

Edmonton Airports, which manages the Edmonton International Airport, made the announcement at the Paris Air Show.

YEG is joining the H2CanFly/H2CanadaEnvol consortium as a full ecosystem partner, taking a “significant step” toward achieving net-zero emissions in aviation, according to a statement from the organization.

“Joining this pivotal national consortium alongside forward-thinking leaders reflects our strong belief in the transformative potential of hydrogen in the aerospace sector and beyond,” stated Myron Keehn, CEO of YEG. “We look forward to contributing bold ideas, advancing real-world innovation and driving meaningful change to support a cleaner, more resilient aviation ecosystem.”

YEG is Canada’s largest airport by land size and home to the country’s first airport-based hydrogen hub, including the Airport City Sustainability Campus. The region of Edmonton is also one of the largest hydrogen production regions in the world, producing 60% of Canada’s hydrogen.

In joining H2CanFly’s research and development coalition, YEG intends to contribute technical expertise as well as other resources and assets to facilitate the future use of hydrogen-powered aircraft and support infrastructure development.

With more than 50 partners across aerospace, academia, and government, H2CanFly is a multi-phase, pan-Canadian not-for-profit initiative with the mandate of accelerating hydrogen and electrification technologies.

By enabling access to aircraft platforms, ground testing facilities, infrastructure and collaborative project funding, this consortium aims to deliver practical aviation benefits and reduce emissions, supporting Canada’s net-zero goals.

“We are thrilled to welcome Edmonton International Airport to our national initiative,” remarked Eric Lefebvre, Chief Executive Officer, H2CanFly. “Their leadership and expertise will be invaluable in advancing our collective mission to develop innovative, scalable solutions for sustainable industries.

YEG, one of the founding members of the Government of Canada’s Net-Zero Challenge, will serve on H2CanFly’s board of directors.