FuelCell Expands Operations and Employment Options in Torrington

TORRINGTON – State Representatives Jay Case (R-Winsted) and Brian Ohler (R-Canaan) participated in a press conference today for FuelCell’s announcement of the company’s expansion and immediate hiring opportunities.

According to both Case and Ohler, FuelCell has been integral to the state’s overall comprehensive energy plan. The state awarded the company a contract that will allow them to double the wattage output of the Torrington plant, from the current 25 megawatts to 55 megawatts.

Rep. Case said, “There will be a positive impact on our environment and local economy as a result of FuelCell adding employment opportunities to its Torrington location. This provides incentive for private-sector industries to create clean energy, which is obviously welcomed and needed here in Connecticut’s Northwest Corner in terms of sustainability. Additionally, adding over 100 positions in Torrington creates a more stable fiscal environment that will help other businesses in the area prosper. I look forward to the work FuelCell will be doing here in our district.”

The addition of the positions at FuelCell helps create a more stable local fiscal environment and also mean even more job openings at various suppliers, such as Torrington’s Binding Source LLC.

Rep. Ohler stated, “This is the type of state investment that is important for the progression of the state’s stagnant economy. This is a clean energy initiative that will also help diversify and strengthen private industry – it’s a win-win. Public policy that is shaped to foster the growth of local business while making a positive impact on the preservation of greenspace is the beginning of a path towards prosperity. I would like to thank FuelCell for inviting us to participate in this historic occasion.”

According to FuelCell, the hiring process is just beginning but there is a need to fill openings immediately.

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