Why
hydrogen?
Hydrogen mobility, for a successful energy transition
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Hydrogen, a vector for sustainable mobility and optimum performance
In addition to its energy benefits, hydrogen fuel cell technology offers major advantages, enabling every professional to benefit from all the advantages of low-carbon mobility, while optimizing their operational efficiency.
Zero Emission*
0 EMISSION* OF CO2 and atmospheric pollutants for a low-carbon fleet and unrestricted access to low-emission zones.
Reduced downtime
RAPID REFUELING in just a few minutes, guaranteeing reduced vehicle downtime and increased operational availability.
Preserved autonomy
AUTONOMY PRESERVED regardless of outside temperature conditions, with no loss of range in cold climates.
Adaptability to intensive use
H2-TECH vehicles are particularly well suited to the demands of intensive use, thanks to their autonomy, payload and 24-hour availability.
Hydrogen,
an energy carrier
Hydrogen is an energy carrier. It brings flexibility to renewable energy systems, as it can be produced, stored, transported and used at a different location. Hydrogen produced by electrolysis using green or low-carbon electricity is a low-carbon fuel.
Long-distance electricity transmission requires heavy investment in infrastructure and connections.
The cost is estimated at around €1 million per kilometer, and up to €20 million per kilometer for submarine high-voltage lines. (source: RTE – Futurs énergétiques 2050).
This poses both an economic and a technical challenge when renewable electricity is generated far from consumption centers (offshore wind power).
Combining green hydrogen with fuel cell technology generates the electricity needed to power the engine and recharge the vehicle’s battery. The chemical reaction emits no pollutants and only water. This contributes to the greening and renewal of fleets, reducing their carbon footprint and environmental impact, and optimizing the operational efficiency of their activity.
Hydrogen, a vector for energy optimization
and flexibility
Hydrogen production is crucial to making our energy system more sustainable. Here’s why:
– Low-carbon hydrogen harnesses renewable energies to store excess electricity in the form of hydrogen, making it easier to transport.
– It also makes it easier to transport energy from production areas to areas of high demand, without the need for high-voltage power lines.
– What’s more, hydrogen offers a flexible, resilient alternative to today’s power grid, helping to prevent overloads.
Hydrogen, driving Europe’s energy revolution
10 million
tons of low-carbon hydrogen produced on European soil by 2030. (2020 REPowerEU targets).
40 GW
of electrolysis capacity installed in the European Union by 2031.
6,5 GW
in France by 2030, in Germany 10 GW by 2035
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* Zero emissions in use: no CO2 emissions or regulated atmospheric pollutants during driving, in accordance with the WLTP certification cycle, excluding wear parts.