Groundbreaking Trial: Testing Hydrogen Buses at Sizewell C Construction Site
Key Ideas
- Sizewell C trial commences with three hydrogen double-decker buses and one single-decker bus to reduce carbon emissions during construction.
- Potential order of up to 150 hydrogen buses by Sizewell C to establish the largest fleet in the country, emphasizing commitment to a zero-emission future.
- Wrightbus highlights the significance of hydrogen in decarbonizing the transport sector, creating skilled green jobs and boosting the UK manufacturing sector.
- Ryze Power, leading the consortium for Sizewell C, supports the trial by providing green hydrogen and emphasizes the role of hydrogen in decarbonizing various sectors.
A trial at the construction site of Sizewell C in Suffolk, England, has commenced to assess the feasibility of using hydrogen buses to transport workers. The trial, using three hydrogen double-decker buses and one single-decker bus provided by Wrightbus, aims to reduce carbon emissions during the construction phase. If successful, Sizewell C plans to procure up to 150 hydrogen buses, potentially creating the largest fleet of its kind in the UK. Wrightbus emphasizes its commitment to a zero-emission future and the importance of hydrogen in decarbonizing the transport sector. Ryze Power, part of the consortium for Sizewell C, supports the trial by providing green hydrogen for the buses. The construction of Sizewell C, a new nuclear power station, aligns with efforts to generate power for millions of homes in the UK. The involvement of hydrogen refuelling systems and the potential benefits to the regional hydrogen ecosystem highlight the significance of hydrogen in decarbonizing hard-to-abate sectors. The industry professionals are optimistic about the trial's progress and the broader impact on emissions reduction.