Salzburg is about to experience a revolution in public transportation - the introduction of hydrogen buses as part of the ZEMoS project. The Salzburg Transport Association and Salzburg AG are investigating the efficiency of battery-electric and fuel cell-electric technologies in order to find the best solution for emission-free mobility.
The test operation of the hydrogen bus is an important step towards sustainable mobility. The data obtained will help to overcome the challenges of emission-free mobility in the urban and alpine areas of Salzburg. The project is funded by the Climate and Energy Fund and is preparing the gradual switch from diesel-powered to zero-emission vehicles.
Salzburg AG is taking on a pioneering role in the renewable energy future and decarbonization. As a versatile energy carrier, hydrogen can play a central role in the realization of sustainable mobility. In the ZEMoS research project, the possibilities of hydrogen for sustainable and emission-free mobility are being investigated in more detail.
In the test phase, important findings on the performance and efficiency of hydrogen technology are to be gained. A Hyundai hydrogen bus is being used in the Salzburg area to compare it with battery-electric buses. The feedback from drivers is positive, but challenges such as higher costs and problems with the refueling infrastructure are also becoming apparent. At present, battery-electric buses appear to be more efficient.
The test is being scientifically monitored and is providing a lot of data that will be relevant for future investment decisions. Further tests are planned in the model regions of Tennengau and Pinzgau to enable a well-founded comparison of the various technologies.
The different technologies will be carefully compared to find the best solution for public transport. Despite some challenges, such as higher costs and infrastructure problems, there is hope that hydrogen as an energy carrier will play an important role in the future of mobility.