The city of Liupanshui in Guizhou province, China, has introduced the country's first commercially operated hydrogen-powered locomotive for coal transport, representing a milestone in the city's efforts to modernize its coal industry. This locomotive, with a quick refueling time of about 15 minutes, a range of up to 800 kilometers, and a hauling capacity of over 4,500 metric tons, is tailored for short-haul coal transportation. The hydrogen used to power the locomotive is sourced on-site from coke-oven gas, providing cost advantages over traditional water-electrolysis production and emitting only water vapor. The hybrid powertrain of the locomotive combines fuel cells and lithium batteries to offer high energy conversion efficiency, particularly excelling at high altitudes with limited oxygen. This innovation is seen as a cleaner and more efficient alternative to diesel engines, with plans to operate along challenging routes like the Qinghai-Tibet Railway. Liupanshui's hydrogen initiative aligns with its abundant coal and power resources, aiming to establish a clean-energy supply chain through the 'Coal-Coke-Hydrogen' project. This project involves converting coke-oven gas into high-purity hydrogen for refueling locomotives and heavy trucks, complemented by plans for hydrogen-fueled buses and trucks to reduce carbon emissions. Overall, Liupanshui's focus on hydrogen applications not only showcases technological innovation but also contributes to environmental sustainability and energy diversification in the region.