Telstra, Australia’s largest telco, has partnered with German hydrogen developer H2 Core AG to introduce a self-sufficient hydrogen energy solution at a telco tower network in MacDonald Hill, located around 1,250 kilometers west of Sydney. The collaborative government-funded pilot project will involve deploying the H2 PowerCore system, which incorporates hydrogen technology, electrostatic battery storage, and fuel cells. This modular solution offers significant cost savings, with claims of up to 40% compared to traditional diesel generators. The current system at MacDonald Hill relies on diesel generators consuming approximately 6,600 liters of diesel per year. Scheduled for deployment by the end of Q3, the project will serve as a model for future implementations in challenging areas like the Pacific islands. H2 Core AG's CEO, Ulf Jörgensen, expressed enthusiasm about this partnership, highlighting the PowerCore system's ability to replace outdated power generation methods with innovative and eco-friendly solutions. H2, based in Germany, specializes in complete energy supply systems using hydrogen technology and sees this collaboration with Telstra as a significant step into the Australian market. The company's PowerCore system, launched earlier this year, targets replacing diesel backup generators in remote locations, with ongoing projects in Kenya and South Africa. Telstra, known as Australia’s largest mobile network operator, covers over 98.8% of the population with its wholesale network, focusing on 4G and expanding 5G coverage in urban areas.