Aces/Chevron updates commissioners on hydrogen storage progress at Fillmore-area site
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Summary
Aces Delta (Chevron) told commissioners the hydrogen storage project is about 95% complete: two caverns drilled, first cavern at ~3,000,000-barrel capacity, about 50 tons of hydrogen stored so far, and ongoing commissioning and safety coordination with Delta Fire and county emergency staff.
Company representatives from Aces Delta (Chevron) updated the commission on the hydrogen production and underground storage project near the Intermountain Power Plant.
Presenters said two caverns have been solution-mined and one cavern is being used for storage (reported first usable cavern at about 3,000,000 barrels). The project team stated they achieved first hydrogen production and the first storage event in September/October and that approximately 50 tons of hydrogen are currently in storage (described as about 1% of the initial cavern capacity). The presenters described a 95% completion status focused on commissioning and validation and noted monthly evacuation and incident-management exercises coordinated with Delta Fire Department and county emergency operations.
Company representatives also discussed workforce and community engagement: scholarships with Snow College and Utah State University, workforce-shadowing programs with the Delta CTE, and outreach to local schools. Commissioners praised outreach and emphasized local-hire goals.
Why it matters: the project is a rare local example of industrial hydrogen production and underground storage meant to support decarbonization efforts and local industry needs; the county has an operational interest in safety coordination and workforce impacts.
Next steps: Company will continue commissioning and safety drills, coordinate with county emergency services, and share follow-up materials with the commission.
