The White House picks West Virginia and the Philadelphia region for hydrogen hubs, a source tells AP

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The White House has selected the Philadelphia area and West Virginia for two regional hubs to produce and deliver hydrogen fuel, an important part of the Biden administration's clean energy plan, according to a person familiar with the plan.

President Joe Biden is expected to make the announcement during an economic-themed visit to Philadelphia on Friday.

There were 23 finalists for the $7 billion hydrogen fuel program. Other hubs also were expected to be announced.