Hydrogen in the transport system

Electric cars, battery driven, are ideal for city centres and short journeys. 

But longer journeys can be challenging because of charging time. 

And what about HGVs and buses? 

A big truck trundling down the motorway will need seven tonnes of battery, which is not practical, economical or environmentally friendly.

Hydrogen is being touted as the solution for  HGVs, buses, trains, planes and huge container ships - and with good reason.

Refuelling is quick and easy, and fitting them with hydrogen fuel cells could improve air quality overnight because the only emissions would be water.

Some countries are already seeing the benefits of operating hydrogen buses, trains and taxis and continue to invest in hydrogen refuelling stations.

Electric vehicles do have an important role to play, but the weight of batteries makes them unsuitable for HGVs, buses and trains. 

It is hydrogen that has the power to make a significant difference to CO2 emissions on the roads, on the seas and in the sky.