Plug Power Inc. is a U.S.-based company specializing in the design and manufacture of hydrogen fuel cell systems that serve as clean energy replacements for conventional batteries in electric vehicles and material handling equipment. Its core solutions include ProGen fuel cell engines, GenDrive power systems for forklifts and warehouse vehicles, and GenFuel hydrogen refueling infrastructure. These offerings are sold as standalone components or integrated turnkey solutions under the GenKey brand, providing customers with on-site refueling, equipment installation and maintenance services.
In addition to its fuel cell and refueling products, Plug Power develops backup power and off-grid energy solutions through its GenSure line, which targets telecommunications, data centers and utility applications. The company has expanded its technology portfolio to include electrolyzers and liquid hydrogen distribution, aiming to create end-to-end green hydrogen ecosystems. Through strategic partnerships with industrial, retail and logistics firms, Plug Power supplies clean energy systems to operations run by Amazon, Walmart, Home Depot and several global automakers exploring hydrogen mobility.
Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Latham, New York, Plug Power initially focused on stationary fuel cell research before pivoting to material handling applications in the mid-2000s. Under the leadership of CEO Andy Marsh since 2008, the company has grown its presence to serve customers across North America, Europe and Asia. Plug Power’s international footprint includes manufacturing sites, hydrogen production facilities and joint ventures designed to localize supply chains and support market adoption of hydrogen as a transportation and industrial fuel.
Plug Power’s executive team combines experience in energy, manufacturing and technology commercialization. CEO Andy Marsh, who has led the company through multiple funding rounds and strategic acquisitions, is backed by senior leaders in operations, engineering and finance. Going forward, Plug Power aims to scale its green hydrogen network, expand product offerings for new end markets and advance its mission of enabling a zero-emission economy through hydrogen innovation.