EKA Mobility, KPIT, BPCL Collaborate to Launch Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses in Kerala
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- EKA Mobility, KPIT, and BPCL collaborate to introduce a 9-metre hydrogen fuel cell bus at Cochin International Airport in Kochi, marking the first deployment of its kind in Kerala.
- The initiative aims to support Kerala's net-zero goals and promote sustainable urban transportation, with a focus on hydrogen-powered vehicles.
- The project involves a three-year Proof of Concept (PoC) initiative with a hydrogen fuel cell bus showcasing at the Global Hydrogen & Renewable Energy Summit in Kochi.
- The collaboration includes fitting the electric bus with hydrogen fuel cell technology by KPIT and setting up hydrogen production and refueling facilities by BPCL in Kochi, highlighting a holistic approach to hydrogen mobility.
EKA Mobility, in partnership with KPIT Technologies and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), has taken a significant step towards promoting clean and sustainable mobility in Kerala by launching a hydrogen fuel cell bus at Cochin International Airport in Kochi. Supported by international partners Mitsui & Co. and VDL Groep, this initiative is part of the state's net-zero goals. The partnership showcases the growing focus on hydrogen-powered vehicles in India's commercial transport sector, with a vision to accelerate the transition to cleaner energy solutions. The three-year Proof of Concept (PoC) initiative, featuring a 9-metre hydrogen fuel cell bus, was unveiled at the Global Hydrogen & Renewable Energy Summit in Kochi. EKA Mobility, KPIT, and BPCL have come together to not only deploy a zero-emission vehicle but also establish the necessary infrastructure for hydrogen mobility, setting a benchmark for sustainable transport in Kerala. Dr. Sudhir Mehta of EKA Mobility emphasized the company's dedication to pioneering clean energy solutions, while Kishor Patil of KPIT highlighted the collaborative effort to realize Kerala's net-zero ambitions through innovative technologies like hydrogen fuel cells.
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