Hydrogen (#H2) has emerged as a key player in the transition to cleaner energy. However, one major contradiction has persisted: the CO₂ emissions associated with its own transportation. Until now, most hydrogen deliveries to distribution points have relied on diesel-powered trucks, undermining the environmental benefits of hydrogen itself.
This is changing. New logistical guidelines are being implemented to drastically reduce the carbon footprint of hydrogen distribution. These standards aim to encourage the use of zero-emission vehicles for transporting hydrogen, such as electric or hydrogen-fueled trucks.
The impact is twofold:
It significantly lowers the overall emissions linked to the hydrogen supply chain.
It opens the door to delivering hydrogen to remote and rural areas where traditional infrastructure might be limited.
This marks a pivotal step toward expanding the hydrogen network while staying aligned with global decarbonisation goals. Hydrogen can only be a true green solution if every part of its lifecycle, including logistics, is sustainable.
Access the Spanish briefing document: https://lnkd.in/d5KhDAiK
See the German DSLV guidelines: https://lnkd.in/d-TUFqhb
