Operator Metro Tasmania has celebrated its trial of three hydrogen electric buses with key partners and stakeholders.
The three bright green zero-emissions buses are part of Metro’s Hobart fleet during its zero-emissions bus trial.
In a first for Tasmanian public transport, the buses use locally produced hydrogen as fuel and electric motors powered by batteries. These batteries are being charged by on-board hydrogen fuel cells, emitting only water vapour.
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The three buses have been refuelled with green hydrogen at Metro’s dedicated refuelling station.
The project has seen Metro combine with the Tasmanian government through Renewables, Climate and Future Industries Tasmania along with the Department of State Growth.
Key project partners include vehicle supplier Foton Mobility Distribution, H2H Energy and Blue Economy CRC.
“Our appreciation also goes to the many Metro teams whose hard work brought this project to fruition,” Metro says.
“Over the next two years, the hydrogen electric buses will continue to operate on a variety of Metro’s Hobart routes, collecting valuable data and insights on how this technology performs in Tasmania’s unique climate and terrain.
“This trial is a significant step forward in Metro’s modernisation journey and will deliver important learnings for both Metro and the wider Tasmanian hydrogen industry.”
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