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Title:  Grand Opening of Canada's First Hydrogen Refuelling Station

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Duration: 2:01 minutes

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Watch the formal grand opening of the first Canadian Shell Retail Hydrogen Refuelling Station in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Grand Opening of Canada's First Hydrogen Refuelling Station Transcript

[Background music plays]

Bright, uplifting music

[Pan into Canada's First Hydrogen Refuelling Station]

Andrea Brecka

General Manager, Retail, Shell Canada

We're here today in Vancouver on this beautiful bright sunny day to actually celebrate the formal grand opening of our new hydrogen site -the first ever in Canada and something that we're very very excited about.

[Imagery of hydrogen vehicles being inspected and filled up on the forecourt]

Oliver Bishop

General Manager, Hydrogen Shell Alternate Energy

These cars are for great range, we can fill them up in three minutes and the wonderful thing is that the emissions from these vehicles is just water vapor.

This technology promises the ability to go from city to city without having to stop for long periods of time, which is what you would see with battery-electric vehicles.

Colin Armstrong

President & CEO, HTEC

We work with companies like Shell to put in Hydrogen dispensers so that the equipment here today is owned and operated by HTEC, in partnership with Shell.

Chantelle McGivern

Business Opportunity Manager, Hydrogen, Shell Canada

Without having our government support, OEMs onboard, HTEC and Shell working together, we wouldn't be where we are.

Oliver Bishop

General Manager, Hydrogen Shell Alternate Energy

Outside of Canada, in Germany, Shell has set up a joint venture with five other partners to set up 400 hydrogen stations with government. That's the same situation we have here where we have worked closely with the provincial government of British Columbia, the feds, but also other partners, the car companies as well as suppliers of equipment ' and you need all of these together to make sure that the infrastructure is built alongside the vehicles rolled out.

Shell is all about powering progress together.

Andrea Brecka

General Manager, Retail, Shell Canada

We were very close to what our customers want and they keep telling us that they're really excited about the energy transition and having different alternatives for fueling their vehicles, so we really want to fill that need and void for our customers.

Chantelle McGivern

Business Opportunity Manager, Hydrogen, Shell Canada

We are fueling the future and it's great for our employees to know that, but also for our customers to realize that we're looking beyond today and what we're going to do tomorrow.

Oliver Bishop

Want more information on hydrogen filling station? Feel free to contact us.

General Manager, Hydrogen Shell Alternate Energy

We are all very very delighted to actually reach this milestone of opening this station and I just can't wait for customers to start experiencing filling up at the pump behind me. And just enjoying the ride that we can offer ' it's a wonderful experience.

[Hydrogen fueled car driving away]

[Sound of Shell plays]

[Shell pecten is shown on white screen]

Introduction

With the growing attention to hydrogen technologies as a promising alternative to power vehicles, it's natural to wonder how much hydrogen a hydrogen car needs and how this amount is determined. In this article, we will explore the technical and practical aspects behind the quantity of hydrogen required by a hydrogen vehicle, considering factors such as engine efficiency and range.

1. What Is a Hydrogen Car?

Before delving into how much hydrogen a hydrogen car needs, it's important to understand how these vehicles work. A hydrogen car, also known as a fuel cell vehicle, utilizes a fuel cell stack that converts gaseous hydrogen stored onboard into electricity through a chemical reaction with oxygen from the air. This electricity powers an electric motor that drives the vehicle. The only emission from the process is water vapor.

2. Efficiency of the Hydrogen Engine

The efficiency of a hydrogen engine is a critical factor in determining how much hydrogen is needed. Modern hydrogen engines are quite efficient, converting a significant portion of the chemical energy in hydrogen into electrical energy. The conversion efficiency of hydrogen into electricity in these engines can exceed 60%, which is notably high compared to conventional internal combustion engines.

3. Hydrogen Consumption per Kilometer (or Mile)

The amount of hydrogen consumed by a hydrogen vehicle per kilometer (or mile) varies based on several factors. One key factor is the vehicle's efficiency, which depends on the fuel cell technology and electric motor design. In general terms, an average hydrogen vehicle can consume approximately 0.05 to 0.1 kg of hydrogen per kilometer, translating to a consumption rate of about 50 to 100 km/kg.

4. Range and Tank Size

The range of a hydrogen car largely depends on the amount of hydrogen it can store in its fuel tank. Hydrogen vehicles typically have tanks that can hold 5 to 8 kg of high-pressure compressed hydrogen. With the average consumption rates mentioned earlier, this would result in a range of approximately 500 to 800 kilometers per full tank.

5. Refueling Infrastructure

The calculation of how much hydrogen a hydrogen car needs is also influenced by the availability of hydrogen refueling stations. As hydrogen refueling infrastructure expands, drivers have access to a more reliable supply of hydrogen, making the technology more practical and convenient.

6. Environmental and Driving Factors

The amount of hydrogen needed by a hydrogen car can also vary depending on environmental and driving conditions. Extreme temperatures and hilly terrain can affect vehicle performance and, therefore, hydrogen consumption. Drivers should consider these factors when planning long trips.

7. Future Outlook

Hydrogen vehicle technology continues to evolve. Advances in engine efficiency, hydrogen storage density, and refueling infrastructure can influence the amount of hydrogen required and the overall viability of this technology in the future.

Conclusion

Determining how much hydrogen a hydrogen car needs is a complex calculation that depends on several factors, including engine efficiency, consumption per kilometer, desired range, and available refueling infrastructure. As technology advances and hydrogen refueling infrastructure expands, hydrogen vehicles are likely to become more efficient and practical in terms of hydrogen consumption, potentially contributing to greater adoption of this technology in the future.

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