India's First Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses at the World's Highest Altitude
Key Ideas
  • NTPC Ltd deploys five hydrogen fuel cell buses in Leh, marking India's first commercial hydrogen bus project.
  • Mitsubishi Power achieves a 22% CO2 emissions reduction with a 50% hydrogen-natural gas blend in Georgia.
  • Proteus Energy introduces a modular hydrogen fuel-based system for ports and vessels with a 75 kW output.
  • Companies like Ecoclean and Statkraft are investing in hydrogen technology for power generation and offshore wind activities.
NTPC Ltd, India's largest integrated power utility, has initiated India's first commercial deployment of hydrogen fuel cell buses in Leh, marking a significant milestone in green mobility. The project not only represents a move towards sustainable transportation but also the world's highest-altitude green hydrogen mobility initiative. The buses are powered by green hydrogen dispensed at 350 bar from a fueling station that operates with renewable power sourced from a 1.7 MW solar plant. The unique buses are designed to function efficiently in sub-zero temperatures and low-oxygen conditions typical of high-altitude regions. In other parts of the world, companies like Mitsubishi Power are making strides in advancing hydrogen technology. A successful hydrogen-natural gas blending trial in Georgia resulted in a notable reduction of CO2 emissions. Proteus Energy's modular hydrogen fuel-based system for ports and vessels aims to enhance the eco-friendliness of maritime transport. Furthermore, collaborations between companies like Ecoclean and research centers demonstrate ongoing efforts to scale up electrolysis technology for hydrogen production. However, not all companies are moving in the same direction, as Statkraft has decided to halt new hydrogen projects in favor of investing in other renewable energy sectors. In Poland, investment in hydrogen projects continues to gain momentum, with initiatives like the H2Silesia project receiving significant funding. Orlen's plans for electrolysis expansion and hydrogen production from renewable sources highlight the region's commitment to sustainable energy solutions. Projects such as the Hydrogen Eagle and Green H2 project signify a push towards exploring diverse hydrogen technologies and energy storage solutions.
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