Wales compares electric and hydrogen refuse trucks
The project is supported by more than £420,000 from the Welsh Government through its Climate Innovation and Circular Economy programmes, and is coordinated by Cardiff Capital Region (CCR), a regional partnership of ten local authorities in South East Wales. Engineers and fleet managers will analyse energy consumption, vehicle range, operational performance and the suitability of the technologies for different routes and terrain.
According to CCR, the aim is to generate real-world insights that can inform investment decisions on zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles.
“Heavy-duty fleets are one of the hardest sectors to decarbonise, and by bringing hydrogen and electric technologies together in a real-world environment, we’re helping local authorities make informed, future-proof decisions,” said Mike Brough, Strategic Director for Regional Growth at CCR.
The Welsh Government sees the trial as part of its broader strategy to reduce emissions in difficult-to-decarbonise sectors. Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and Rural Affairs Huw Irranca-Davies said: “Our investment in this project, in a hard-to-decarbonise sector, represents an important development for climate innovation in Wales.”
Local authorities involved in the project also highlighted the potential role of zero-emission vehicles in municipal services. “The trial of these new vehicles represents an important milestone in our commitment to sustainability,” said Amanda McConnell, Cabinet Member for Climate Change at Caerphilly County Borough Council.
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