Scientists at the Australian National University have found that when hydrogen atoms are injected into the skin of a solar cell, rather than the body, the performance of the whole structure gets a significant boost.

Australia's national science agency, the CSIRO, has agreed to a partnership with mining giant Fortescue Metals on hydrogen exploration which it claims will support the development of new industries, create jobs and open the way for low emissions export opportunities.

The Toyota Motor Corporation announced on May 6, 2010 that its first hydrogen car, sold for the retail market, is expected to cost about $50,000 in the United States due to much reduced production costs.