Coca-Cola to Trial Hydrogen-Fuelled Long-Haul Truck with Toyota and Air Liquide

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In a significant step towards sustainability, Coca-Cola is set to trial a hydrogen-fuelled long-haul truck as part of its supply operations. This initiative, in collaboration with Toyota and Air Liquide, aims to explore the viability of hydrogen fuel technology in reducing carbon emissions in logistics.

Toyota has partnered with Coca-Cola and Air Liquide to test a heavy-duty truck equipped with a state-of-the-art fuel cell system. This truck will be powered by green hydrogen, produced and supplied by Air Liquide, highlighting the integrated approach required to foster a sustainable society. In a statement, Toyota emphasised the importance of developing both vehicles and infrastructure concurrently to promote a greener future.

Eric Desbonnets, Vice-President of Paris 2024 Operations at Coca-Cola, expressed the company’s commitment to learning from this initiative as part of its broader efforts to reduce its carbon footprint. “We want to learn from this experience as we continue to work towards reducing our carbon footprint,” he said. Coca-Cola's dedication to sustainability is further underscored by its earlier introduction of hydrogen-powered logistics trucks in Italy in 2022, as part of its goal to decarbonise road transport by 2040.

Thiebault Paquet, Vice-President of R&D at Toyota Motor Europe, explained the broader implications of this trial. He noted that Toyota is expanding the use of its Fuel Cell Module beyond passenger cars to include trucks, coaches, trains, boats, near-shore and shore-sea vessels, and stationary generators. This expansion aims to accelerate the adoption of hydrogen technology across various sectors. “The insights gained from these proofs-of-concept will serve as crucial milestones on our path towards achieving zero tailpipe carbon emissions in our logistics operations by 2040,” Paquet stated.

The 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, which officially began on July 24, serve as a prominent platform for showcasing hydrogen technology. Toyota plans to provide up to 500 hydrogen-powered vehicles for the event. This initiative is part of Toyota’s strategy to demonstrate its multi-pathway approach to sustainability. By leveraging hydrogen technology, Toyota aims to achieve 50% less CO2 transport emissions compared to previous Olympics.

The collaboration between Coca-Cola, Toyota, and Air Liquide is a testament to the potential of hydrogen as a clean energy source. Hydrogen fuel cells produce zero emissions, with water being the only byproduct, making them an attractive alternative to conventional fossil fuels. This trial not only represents a significant step towards decarbonising logistics but also sets a precedent for other industries to follow.

The use of green hydrogen, specifically, underscores the commitment to sustainability. Green hydrogen is produced through the electrolysis of water using renewable energy sources, such as wind or solar power, ensuring that the entire energy cycle is clean. This trial will provide valuable data and insights into the practical applications of hydrogen technology in real-world logistics operations.

As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, initiatives like this are crucial. They demonstrate the potential for collaboration between major corporations to drive innovation and create sustainable solutions. The learnings from this trial will not only benefit Coca-Cola, Toyota, and Air Liquide but also contribute to the broader goal of achieving a carbon-neutral future.

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