Hyzon’s Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology Highlighted in Heavy-Duty Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle Displays
OAKLAND, Calif., Aug. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Hyzon (NASDAQ: HYZN), a U.S.-based high-performance hydrogen fuel cell system manufacturer and technology developer focused on providing zero-emission power to decarbonize the most demanding industries, along with New Way Trucks, an industry-leading refuse truck body manufacturer, and Recology, a pioneer in sustainable waste management, today showcased North America’s first hydrogen fuel cell electric refuse truck to U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Under Secretary for Infrastructure David Crane, California Gov. Gavin Newsom and U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla. The vehicle display was part of a landmark clean energy event hosted by the Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen Energy Systems (ARCHES) to celebrate the official award of a $12.6 billion investment to create a Regional Clean Hydrogen Hub in California.
Hyzon, New Way and Recology executives showcase North America’s first hydrogen fuel cell-powered electric refuse collection vehicle at an Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen Energy Systems (ARCHES) event on Friday, August 30, 2024. Pictured from left to right: Michael Hoffman, National Waste & Recycling Association President and CEO, Mike McLaughlin, New Way CEO, Parker Meeks, Hyzon CEO, Don Ross, New Way Chief Sales Officer, Salvatore M. Coniglio, Recology CEO.
Standing in front of Hyzon’s Class 8 Fuel Cell Electric Truck is California Gov. Gavin Newsom at an Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen Energy Systems (ARCHES) celebration event on Friday, August 30, 2024.
“Hydrogen is the Swiss army knife of energy sources and that’s critically important,” said U.S. Department of Energy Under Secretary for Infrastructure David Crane. “The best, most durable use of hydrogen is for heavy-duty transportation. Today’s event is a thrill for all of us in the Department of Energy and for everyone in the hydrogen space.”
“I’m proud to be here with so many great partners,” said California Gov. Gavin Newsom. “This is part of the most significant economic and industrial policy in our lifetime. It’s not just about growth, it’s about inclusion.”
“Today is an opportunity for the public to see the promise for hydrogen’s future,” said U.S Sen. Alex Padilla. “You see what’s possible not in the far future, but today. Under the leadership of ARCHES we have the opportunity to catalyze the whole hydrogen economy. From our ports to our cities, ARCHES is truly a statewide project whose benefits will deliver for everybody. Today is just the beginning and we’re excited for what’s ahead”
“Today, we see not only North America’s first hydrogen-powered refuse truck but also the critical role government plays in making these innovations a reality. When government steps up, the private sector responds, and today is proof of that,” said Hyzon Chief Executive Officer Parker Meeks. “ARCHES’ massive commitment demonstrates how public investment can drive private sector action, accelerating our ability to scale decarbonization efforts now.”
Backed by $1.2 billion in federal funding and $11.4 billion in public and private investments, ARCHES is spearheading one of the most ambitious hydrogen infrastructure projects in the U.S. Under the agreement, ARCHES plans to facilitate a network of clean, renewable hydrogen production sites, including 60 heavy-duty fueling stations and 165 miles of open-access pipelines, to enable the decarbonization of more than 5,000 fuel cell electric trucks. This includes the fuel cell electric refuse collection truck built in partnership between Hyzon and New Way, which is in its first customer trial with Recology. The three companies’ collaboration begins the decarbonization of one of the most demanding industries and makes hydrogen fuel cell electric refuse collection a reality for North America.
“This hydrogen-powered refuse collection vehicle is being designed to best meet the needs of waste haulers and kickstart the transition to clean energy by partners who are best positioned to champion advanced, alternative sustainable solutions across the waste and recycling industry,” said Mike McLaughlin, CEO of McLaughlin Family Companies, the parent company of New Way Trucks.
With about 140,000 refuse trucks currently operating across the U.S., this demonstration signals a critical shift toward zero-emission solutions in a challenging application. Hyzon’s expertise is central to the creation of the clean energy refuse truck, which integrates high-performance hydrogen fuel cell systems to power demanding urban operations, offering environmental benefits and operational efficiency.
Clean energy initiatives have a champion in Washington, D.C.-based National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA). NWRA President and CEO Michael E. Hoffman said, “The waste industry was an earlier adopter of alternative fuels with more than 30 percent of the routed fleet converted on its own initiative without mandates or subsidies. NWRA, representing nearly three-quarters of the industry, can and will lead vocational fleets to advance emissions reductions while still meeting the daily demands of this essential service, bringing our workers home safely every day and delivering sustainable waste management solutions to our communities and customers.”
“True progress is possible when government and industry work hand in hand. Recology intends to do its part to help the waste recovery industry transition to a zero-emission future,” said Recology CEO Salvatore M. Coniglio.
Today’s demonstration also underscored ARCHES’ leading role in deploying hydrogen energy solutions to address emissions challenges in traditionally hard-to-decarbonize sectors. As one of seven hydrogen hubs across the country selected for investment by the DOE, ARCHES is projected to create 220,000 direct jobs, including 130,000 in construction and 90,000 permanent positions.
“We’re grateful to the Department of Energy for their leadership in the transition to clean hydrogen,” Meeks concluded.
About HyzonHyzon is a global supplier of high-performance hydrogen fuel cell technology focused on providing zero-emission power to decarbonize demanding industries. With agile, high-power technology designed for heavy-duty applications, Hyzon is at the center of a new industrial revolution fueled by hydrogen, an abundant and clean energy source. Hyzon focuses on deploying its fuel cell technology in heavy-duty commercial vehicles in Class 8 and refuse vehicles across North America. To learn more about how Hyzon partners across the hydrogen value chain to accelerate the clean energy transition, visit www.hyzonfuelcell.com.
About New WayNew Way Trucks is the largest privately held refuse collection equipment manufacturer in North America. New Way’s product lineup features top-performing rear loaders, front loaders and automated side loaders, including the industry-leading Sidewinder XTR™, ROTO PAC® with our exclusive self-cleaning auger and the small but mighty Wolverine™—no commercial driver’s license required. New Way Trucks engineers and builds advanced, dependable, sustainable refuse collection products that best meet what waste haulers need, along with offering top-quality original equipment manufacturer parts and unmatched support and service through our nationwide distributor network. Visit www.newwaytrucks.com to learn more.
About RecologyRecology is the largest 100% employee-owned company in the waste recovery industry. Based in San Francisco, Recology operates throughout California, Oregon and Washington. Recology’s mission represents a fundamental shift from traditional waste management to resource recovery, seeking to eliminate waste by developing and discovering sustainable resource recovery practices that can be implemented globally. Recology seeks to achieve this by creating a resource ecosystem—one that both protects the environment and sustains the local communities the company serves. Recology’s focus on sustainable operations and practices makes it possible for the diverse communities Recology serves to achieve high landfill diversion and meet sustainability goals. Visit www.Recology.com to learn more.
About National Waste & Recycling AssociationThe National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) champions the waste and recycling industry on advocacy, safety and education. Our members deliver essential services that support our communities and businesses in achieving their environmental and sustainability objectives.
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