Canadian Pacific Kansas City Advances Hydrogen Locomotive Program in Alberta
Key Ideas
- Canadian Pacific Kansas City is retrofitting diesel locomotives with hydrogen fuel cells to operate emission-free, showcasing commitment to environmental sustainability.
- Hydrogen production and refueling facilities in Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta, are now operational, marking a step towards a lower carbon transportation future.
- CPKC, in collaboration with ATCO EnPower, aims to pioneer a cleaner and more efficient freight transportation model using hydrogen technology.
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and ATCO EnPower have completed the construction of hydrogen production and refueling facilities in Calgary and Edmonton, Alberta. The facilities are fully operational and are part of CPKC's hydrogen locomotive program, where diesel locomotives are being retrofitted with hydrogen fuel cells to operate without emissions. Kyle Mulligan, CPKC's assistant vice president of operations technology, highlighted the importance of these fueling facilities in advancing the testing of hydrogen locomotives and promoting a lower carbon transportation future. ATCO EnPower provided engineering, procurement, and construction services for the hydrogen refueling stations and will operate the facilities. CPKC aims to lead the rail industry towards a more sustainable future by utilizing hydrogen technology to enhance freight transportation efficiency. This initiative showcases a positive step towards environmental sustainability and energy innovation in the transportation sector.