Southwest Research Institute Launches Initiative to Advance Heavy-Duty Hydrogen Refuelling in the US
Key Ideas
  • SwRI's H2HD REFUEL JIP aims to support heavy-duty vehicle industry decarbonisation goals by enhancing hydrogen refuelling station technologies.
  • The initiative will bring together stakeholders to address technical challenges like hydrogen storage methods and station flow components' performance.
  • The joint project by SwRI will leverage previous hydrogen-related initiatives to promote the growth of heavy-duty hydrogen vehicles efficiently and safely.
  • The programme also plans to study hydrogen losses from cryogenic systems to enhance efficiency and system reliability.
The Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) from Texas has initiated a joint industry project (JIP) called H2HD REFUEL to drive the advancement of hydrogen fuelling technologies for heavy-duty vehicles. The US Environmental Protection Agency has set ambitious carbon reduction targets for heavy-duty vehicles by 2032, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions. With less than 60 hydrogen refuelling stations in the US, SwRI aims to bridge the technology gap by improving existing stations and exploring alternative solutions. Dr. Thomas Briggs Jr highlighted the challenges faced by hydrogen stations and the necessity to address these issues to support the growth of heavy-duty hydrogen-powered vehicles. The H2HD REFUEL JIP will focus on connecting various industry stakeholders to develop dependable hydrogen refuelling technologies. By investigating hydrogen storage methods, station flow components, and addressing cryogenic system inefficiencies, the initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of heavy-duty hydrogen vehicles efficiently and safely. Leveraging previous hydrogen-related projects, SwRI aims to utilize its expertise to lead the way in hydrogen energy research and support the industry's transition towards greener transportation.
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