PET Publishes Fuel Cell Forecast

Texas State Technical College System and Technology Futures Inc., published a new technology forecast on fuel cells titled Fuel Cells, A Technology Forecast: Implications for Community and Technical Colleges in the State of Texas. This is the second of an ongoing series of emerging technology program studies through TSTC’s Programs for Emerging Technologiesresearch program. This research is designed to drive the development and support of emerging technology curriculum and facilitate informed and accurate future curriculum development efforts for Texas community and technical colleges.

The report provides general observation about the state of fuel cell development, workforce implications for the state of Texas, training strategies for community and technical colleges, current fuel cell activities in Texas, and forecasts likely future applications and commercialization opportunities the fuel cell sector.

Over 200 Texas community and technical college instructional officers and a number of other key stakeholders related to fuel cells, curriculum development, and economic development in Texas will receive hard copies of the report. Although this report is targeted towards higher education, the information and insights presented within may well be of interest and value to others involved in the increasingly mature fuel cell industry.

For additional information about this and future PET forecast, please visit www.forecasting.tstc.edu.

About PET
TSTC’s Programs for Emerging Technologies (PET) identifies, evaluates and forecasts potential emerging technology programs which are likely to have a positive impact on the State's economy. This research is intended to increase awareness of specific emerging technical programs and proactively advance the development of applicable high-technology curriculum in Texas community and technical colleges. By doing so, PET hopes to enhance the economic competitiveness of Texas and ensure a competitively skilled workforce for future Texas employers.

About Texas State Technical College
Texas State Technical College (TSTC) is a public coeducational institution of higher education offering courses of study in technical education leading to the award of Certificates and Associate of Applied Science degrees. TSTC also provides technical education and training to business and industry, continuing education to the public, and training programs for community and state economic development. TSTC colleges are located in Harlingen, Marshall, West Texas and Waco with extension centers in Abilene, Brownwood and Breckenridge. TSTC serves students from more than 200 counties in Texas and TSTC graduates begin their careers in high-paying jobs across the state or continue their education at colleges and universities. TSTC graduates are highly valued by business and industry for their work ethic, knowledge, and workplace skills. Texas State Technical Colleges are fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. For more information, visit TSTC on the web at www.tstc.edu or call (800) 792-8784.

About Technology Futures, Inc.
For 25 years, Technology Futures, Inc. (TFI) has assisted its customers in developing practical business and operational solutions to problems in technology management, marketing, finance, business development, and strategic planning. Clients have ranged from three person start-ups to over half of the top 50 Fortune companies, leading government agencies, and top-tier universities. We assist our clients to construct solid and imaginative bridges to the future. Drawing on a wide range of practical, proven technology forecasting and management methods, we carefully tailor our services to meet the special needs and desires of each customer. The continuing loyalty of TFI's many customers attests to the quality and utility of our consulting and research services. For more information, visit TFI on the web at www.tfi.com or call (800) 835-3887.