Innovative Hydrogen Refuelling Station Pioneers in Australian Market
Key Ideas
  • Viva Energy in Geelong, Australia is making significant progress on its hydrogen refuelling station set to feature diesel, hydrogen, and EV technologies, aiming to reduce Scope 1 emissions.
  • The station, designed to be user-friendly and unmanned, will produce hydrogen on-site using a 2.5-megawatt electrolyser and recycled water, capable of generating a thousand kilograms of hydrogen per day.
  • With the ability to refuel multiple vehicles back-to-back, including heavy vehicles requiring 700bar refuelling, Viva Energy is at the forefront of hydrogen fuel cell vehicle deployment in Australia.
  • Partners like Toll, Cleanaway, CDC, and Barwon Water are already onboard to operate hydrogen-powered vehicles from the site, showcasing a promising future for hydrogen in the transport industry.
Construction of a groundbreaking hydrogen refuelling station by Viva Energy in Geelong, Australia has been steadily progressing since early April. This station, part of the Geelong Refinery precinct, will integrate traditional and emerging technologies like diesel, hydrogen refuelling, and EV charging. Scheduled to be operational by the end of the year, the station already has major partners lined up, including Toll, Cleanaway, CDC, and Barwon Water. Viva Energy sees hydrogen refuelling as pivotal in the broader energy transition, particularly for transport operators aiming to reduce Scope 1 emissions. Viva Energy's Commercial Lead for Hydrogen and EV, Rhys Moore, emphasizes the company's commitment to assisting customers with various clean energy solutions, including hydrogen. The station will set itself apart by being unmanned, accessible 24/7, and producing hydrogen on-site through a 2.5-megawatt electrolyser and recycled water from Barwon Water. With the capability to refuel multiple vehicles consecutively, including those requiring 700bar refuelling, the station is designed to cater to a wide range of hydrogen vehicles. The project's adaptability to meet varying customer needs, from back-to-base vehicles to heavy trucks, demonstrates Viva Energy's dedication to facilitating the hydrogen fuel cell vehicle market in Australia. As construction progresses well, key infrastructure like the PEM, refuelling equipment, and storage is already in place. The site aims to be operational by Q1 2025, accommodating partners like Toll, Cleanaway, CDC, and Barwon Water with hydrogen-powered vehicles serving different sectors. Viva Energy's future plans include expanding partnerships and ensuring the station's readiness for the broader public. The station's user-friendly design and commitment to accommodating different hydrogen vehicle requirements position it as a pioneering endeavor in Australia's hydrogen fueling landscape, promising a significant contribution to the country's energy transition goals.
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