Sector<\/strong>: Hydrogen<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Published On<\/strong>: February 14, 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Zero-Emissions Round Trip from Edmonton to Calgary in Nikola Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Truck<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n February 14, 2024 (Edmonton Metropolitan Region) <\/strong>\u2013 In a historic feat for sustainable transportation in Alberta, the Alberta Motor Transport Association (AMTA) proudly announces the successful completion of its first-ever long-range journey in Canada with one of its two Class 8 Nikola hydrogen fuel cell electric commercial trucks it purchased. The ground-breaking Nikola truck, which is 100% fueled by hydrogen, and emits only water vapour, covered the approximately 500-kilometer round trip along the province\u2019s busiest transportation corridor without the need to refuel and with plenty of hydrogen left in its tanks. This marks a significant stride in the development and implementation of clean energy solutions in the transportation sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Departing on a round trip from Edmonton to Calgary, the hydrogen fuel cell electric truck demonstrated its capability to cover extended distances without compromising performance. Other zero-emission vehicles that have been tested in Alberta have shown themselves to be better suited for shorter haul operations. This achievement sets a new benchmark for the viability and potential of hydrogen as a clean energy source for long-haul, heavy-duty commercial transportation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cOn January 24th<\/sup>, 2024, we completed a Canadian first by taking AMTA\u2019s Nikola Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) through Alberta\u2019s busiest corridor using only 61% of the tank of hydrogen. This historic roundtrip between Edmonton and Calgary was a tremendous success and proved these zero-emissions vehicles (ZEV) are more than capable for long-haul operations in our province, compared to other ZEV capacities tested in Alberta which are better suited for return-to-base short-haul operations. For this initial test, the truck was hauling an empty trailer weighing 14,000lbs. As this vehicle supports 82,000lbs the next step will be to determine the hydrogen consumption with a stocked trailer.\u201d \u2013 Robert Harper, Acting President, AMTA<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cWe are thrilled to work with partners such as Nikola and Bison Transport on these exciting projects, and we want to thank PrairiesCan for the support in making these projects possible. Watching the vehicle drive back into Edmonton after a completed journey was incredible to witness. This event is an enormous win for our province in the zero-emissions sector, and there is so much more to come.\u201d \u2013 Terri Johnson, Manager of Industry Advancement, AMTA<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cCompleting the round trip from Edmonton to Calgary marks a significant milestone for our Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric semi-truck. Canada is taking a progressive approach to hydrogen which has paved the way for this ground-breaking journey. The success of this long-range journey showcases the potential of hydrogen as a clean energy solution for heavy-duty commercial transportation, and we are thrilled about the possibilities it holds for advancing the adoption throughout the transportation industry.\u201d \u2013 Jorg Wimbert, Nikola Regional Head, Canada<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cTo meet net-zero targets we need 30,000 hydrogen-fueled vehicles on the road by 2035 \u2013 the 5,000 Hydrogen Vehicle Challenge will collectively de-risk and kickstart this transition. This historic trip is a big step forward for the Challenge. Alberta will be a leader in Canada by accelerating the development of the full hydrogen value chain starting in the Edmonton region \u2013 we\u2019ll demonstrate it here first, then expand across the country.\u201d \u2013 Malcolm Bruce, CEO, Edmonton Global<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n