Indian Army partners with Indian Oil for Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus Trial
Key Ideas
- Indian Army collaborates with Indian Oil for a trial of hydrogen fuel cell bus technology.
- The bus, capable of carrying 37 passengers, can travel 250-300 km with a full tank of hydrogen.
- Hydrogen fuel cell technology is recognized as a sustainable transport solution with water vapor as its only by-product.
- Previous agreements with NTPC RE for Green Hydrogen-based Microgrid Power Plants show India's commitment to green energy.
The Indian Army has taken a significant step towards exploring sustainable transport solutions by partnering with the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) to trial hydrogen fuel cell bus technology. In a recent event attended by General Manoj Pande and Shrikant Madhav Vaidya, a hydrogen fuel cell bus was handed over to the Indian Army. This bus, which can accommodate up to 37 passengers, has the capability to cover a range of 250-300 km on a full tank of hydrogen, weighing 30 kg. The technology behind hydrogen fuel cells involves an electrochemical process that converts hydrogen gas into electricity, producing only water vapor as a by-product.
The collaboration between the Indian Army and IOCL signifies a move towards sustainable and eco-friendly modes of transportation. Additionally, the Indian Army's previous Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Thermal Power Corporation Renewable Energy Limited for Green Hydrogen-based Microgrid Power Plants installation along the northern borders reflects a broader commitment to embracing green energy solutions. The successful implementation of a 200 kW Green Hydrogen-based Microgrid at Chushul underlines India's efforts to adopt environmentally friendly technologies and reduce carbon footprint in various sectors.