Hydrogen-Powered Waste Truck Showcased in Melbourne Industry Open Day
Key Ideas
  • Solo Resource Recovery and Pure Hydrogen showcased a new hydrogen waste truck at an industry open day in Melbourne.
  • The event attracted 80 interested parties, including Melbourne council representatives, highlighting the growing interest in hydrogen solutions for waste management fleets.
  • Solo's move to hydrogen represents a step towards innovation and environmental sustainability in the trucking industry.
  • The hydrogen waste truck features a 110kW Ballard hydrogen fuel cell, offering an estimated range of 250km, suitable for local waste collection work.
The recent industry open day in Melbourne hosted by waste management company Solo Resource Recovery in collaboration with Pure Hydrogen featured the debut of a hydrogen-powered waste truck. Attended by 80 interested parties, including representatives from Melbourne councils, the event showcased Solo's commitment to innovation and sustainability by incorporating hydrogen technology into their rubbish collection fleet. The Victorian state manager emphasized Solo's history of advancements and highlighted the significance of transitioning to alternative fuels like hydrogen for environmental and commercial benefits. The TG23-H110 model hydrogen waste truck, equipped with a 110kW Ballard hydrogen fuel cell, boasts features like air suspension, power steering, and ABS braking system, tailored for efficient waste collection. Adrien Scott expressed optimism about hydrogen as a future fuel source for the transport sector, despite acknowledging the continued presence of diesel. With an estimated range of 250km, the hydrogen waste truck offers a practical solution for local driving tasks. Solo's initiative signifies a move towards greener trucking practices and positions them at the forefront of the industry's next phase of innovation.
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