Dubai Advances Sustainable Transport with Green Hydrogen Initiative
The agreement was formalized at ENOC Group's headquarters, with Burhan Al Hashemi, Managing Director of ENOC Commercial and International Sales, and Ahmed Hashem Bahrozyan, CEO of RTA's Public Transport Agency, signing the memorandum. Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO of ENOC, witnessed the ceremony.
Under this partnership, ENOC will supply green hydrogen fuel for RTA's hydrogen-powered city buses. Additionally, ENOC will offer technical support and share refueling data to facilitate RTA's comprehensive feasibility study on integrating green hydrogen into public transport. Both organizations have pledged to uphold the highest safety and operational standards throughout the project's duration.
Al Falasi emphasized ENOC's dedication to sustainability, stating that green hydrogen presents a compelling alternative to traditional energy sources. He highlighted the UAE's focus on developing a hydrogen economy and ENOC's role at the forefront of its adoption.
Bahrozyan lauded the agreement as a significant step towards expanding the use of green hydrogen in RTA's transportation modes, including public buses and marine transport. He noted that this initiative aligns with the UAE's green economy and environmental sustainability goals, positively impacting public health and well-being.
Green hydrogen is produced through the electrolysis of water using renewable energy sources such as solar and wind power, resulting in zero carbon dioxide emissions during production. Beyond reducing greenhouse gas emissions and diversifying energy sources, green hydrogen extends vehicle driving ranges, positioning it as one of the cleanest energy forms available.
In collaboration with the Dubai Electricity and Water Authority , ENOC sources green hydrogen from the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park. The hydrogen refueling station, located at the Service Station of the Future in Expo City Dubai, utilizes a 1.25 MW PEM electrolyzer to produce green hydrogen at a rate of 20 kg per hour using solar power. This setup can fuel approximately 25 fuel cell electric vehicles, with a refueling time of about seven minutes per vehicle. The dispensing facility is compatible with digital fleet management solutions.
This collaboration builds upon ENOC and DEWA's successful commissioning of the green hydrogen station at Expo City Dubai during COP28, marking a significant milestone in the UAE's hydrogen journey. The initiative reflects a strategic partnership between government and semi-government sectors, contributing to the ambitious sustainability objectives set by the nation's leadership.
By integrating green hydrogen into its public transportation network, Dubai aims to reduce its carbon footprint and promote environmental sustainability. This trial represents a pivotal step towards a cleaner, more efficient public transport system, reinforcing the emirate's position as a leader in adopting innovative energy solutions.
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