The waste management company Recology has introduced hydrogen-powered garbage trucks in Redwood Shores and San Mateo County to evaluate their efficiency and environmental benefits during waste collection. These trucks, developed in partnership with New Way Trucks and Hyzon, have impressed drivers with their comfort, efficiency, and performance on various terrains. While the hydrogen trucks produce zero tailpipe emissions and eliminate harmful pollutants associated with diesel trucks, challenges such as high production costs and limited refueling infrastructure remain. Despite the potential for carbon emissions in hydrogen production, the trucks offer a cleaner alternative by emitting only water vapor during operation. Recology's pilot program aims to test the feasibility of hydrogen trucks in meeting California's zero-emission truck mandates by 2042. Although the high cost of hydrogen trucks poses a challenge to widespread adoption, the successful pilot could lead to future purchases. The comparison between hydrogen and diesel trucks favors hydrogen due to its lack of harmful emissions, contributing to improved air quality and environmental health. The innovative technology of hydrogen fuel cells provides a promising solution for the transportation sector's transition to cleaner energy sources.