France's Hyvolution 2024: Accelerating Hydrogen Growth and Innovation
Key Ideas
- France Hydrogène presented key figures at Hyvolution 2024, showcasing the country's rapid expansion in hydrogen infrastructure, with 80 operational hydrogen stations and 2,000 hydrogen vehicles.
- The surge in hydrogen-powered taxis, including Toyota's deployment of 500 Mirai taxis for the Paris 2024 Olympics, marked a significant milestone and set a global record.
- Retrofitting in heavy mobility gained traction, with 58 hydrogen buses, 7 rubbish lorries, 5 HGVs, and 13 coaches in operation by the end of 2024, signaling a shift towards mass production.
- The growth in stationary hydrogen power was evident, with 41 new facilities commissioned in 2024, totaling 124 facilities nationwide and reflecting the increasing importance of hydrogen in energy applications.
France Hydrogène recently revealed key figures at Hyvolution 2024, emphasizing the impressive growth in the hydrogen sector. With 80 operational hydrogen stations across France, including those producing renewable hydrogen on-site, and an additional 91 stations in development, the network is rapidly expanding. The country also witnessed a surge in hydrogen vehicles, with over 2,000 on the roads, including 500 Mirai hydrogen taxis deployed for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Retrofitting in heavy mobility saw progress, with several hydrogen buses, lorries, and coaches in operation, marking a shift towards mass production. Additionally, stationary hydrogen power capacity reached 35 MW, with 41 new facilities commissioned in 2024, contributing to a total of 124 facilities nationwide. The France Hydrogène Barometer highlights the sector's advancement and its crucial role in France's decarbonisation efforts, particularly in mobility and energy production.
Topics
Public Transit
Decarbonisation
Retrofitting
Hydrogen Vehicles
Stationary Power
Hydrogen Stations
Mobility Innovation
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