Hydrogen-Powered Shuttle Bus Showcases Green Innovation in Bridgend
Key Ideas
  • A free shuttle bus service powered by hydrogen ran between Bridgend Station and Bridgend College’s Pencoed Campus, demonstrating green hydrogen's potential in fighting climate change and air pollution.
  • The hydrogen bus allowed Bridgend students to experience innovative solutions firsthand, promoting sustainable public transportation and supporting Wales' Net Zero ambitions.
  • Key figures from Marubeni Europower, Hyppo Hydrogen, and Toyota Caetano Bus highlighted the environmental benefits and future prospects of hydrogen technology for cleaner public transport.
  • Marubeni Europower's proposal for a green hydrogen production and refueling facility at Brynmenyn Industrial Estate aims to supply clean energy to local businesses and transport networks in Bridgend.
Last week in Bridgend, Wales, a free shuttle bus service powered completely by hydrogen ran between Bridgend Station and Bridgend College’s Pencoed Campus. The initiative aimed to showcase green hydrogen's potential as a key solution in combating climate change and air pollution. The hydrogen bus operated over three days, allowing young people from Bridgend County Borough to witness firsthand how innovative solutions can contribute to environmental sustainability. The bus, created as a cleaner alternative to diesel models, emits only water in its exhausts, producing zero emissions and providing a quieter experience for passengers. The initiative also provided students the chance to meet hydrogen technology experts from Marubeni Europower and Hyppo Hydrogen. Key figures like George Dodd and Chris Foxall emphasized the benefits of hydrogen-powered buses for lowering carbon emissions and enhancing air quality in public transportation. Additionally, plans for a green hydrogen production and refueling facility at Brynmenyn Industrial Estate were discussed, aiming to provide clean energy to local businesses and transport networks. Marubeni Europower's efforts in optimizing the HyBont site for efficient hydrogen production demonstrate a commitment to sustainable energy practices in the area.
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