Hydrogen

The fuel of the future

Hydrogen is often described as the fuel of the future – and with good reason. With only water droplets as its 'emissions', it enables completely emission-free driving – and allows for long distances on a single tank. It is ideal for heavy and international transport, but unfortunately the technology is not yet advanced enough for large-scale hydrogen use.

The number of refuelling locations is still limited, production requires a lot of energy, and the costs are higher than those of other sustainable fuels. In recent years, OG Clean Fuels has gained experience with hydrogen and opened several refuelling locations, but these are now on standby, ready to be used in the future.

Based on the experience gained and developments in the technology, we expect hydrogen to really take off only after 2035. For now, OG is mainly focusing on biofuels that are already widely available, such as Bio CNG and HVO100.

Let's sum it up

Hence hydrogen

  • Completely emission-free: The only emission is water vapour.

  • Suitable for long distances: With a range of 500 to 1000 kilometres, hydrogen is also very appealing for heavy transport.

  • Fast refuelling times: Refuelling with hydrogen takes only a few minutes, unlike charging electric vehicles.

  • High energy density: Hydrogen provides more energy per kilogram than batteries.

  • Limited infrastructure: There are still few refuelling stations available.

  • High costs: The production of green hydrogen is expensive and inefficient.

  • Low efficiency: The conversion of electricity into hydrogen and back into electricity in the fuel cell involves significant energy loss.

  • Limited availability of hydrogen trucks: Currently, only a few manufacturers, such as Hyundai and Toyota, are investing in hydrogen trucks.

Laurens Van Der Werff
Laurens van der Werff, Account Manager

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FAQ about Hydrogen

These are questions we're frequently asked

What exactly is hydrogen?

Hydrogen is technically not a fuel but an energy carrier. A hydrogen-powered vehicle is almost identical to an electric vehicle, except that the energy is stored in hydrogen instead of a battery.

Hydrogen is produced through electrolysis of water. In this process, water (H₂O) is split into hydrogen (H₂) and oxygen (O). When these two elements are recombined in a fuel cell inside the vehicle, electricity is generated. The electricity produced by the fuel cell powers an electric motor, just like in a battery-electric vehicle. The only ‘waste product’ is water.

Who is driving on hydrogen suitable for?

In theory, anyone can drive on hydrogen. In practice, transport companies will be the first to make the switch, as the current costs are still too high for most private users. The more kilometers you drive, the more cost-effective hydrogen becomes as an investment.

What is the range of a hydrogen truck?

The average driving range currently is around 500 kilometers, but OEMs like Mercedes already offer hydrogen trucks with a range of up to 1,000 kilometers. With ongoing advancements in hydrogen technology, it’s likely that this range will increase even further in the future.

Is driving on hydrogen safe?

Absolutely. Hydrogen tanks are wrapped in multiple layers of Kevlar and carbon fiber, which ensure they remain intact even in the event of an accident. Additionally, during refueling, a secure connection is established between the vehicle and the fueling station, and refueling can only begin once all parameters—such as temperature and pressure—are within safe limits. Safety is the top priority.

What is the difference between green, blue and grey hydrogen?

Green hydrogen is produced by splitting water using renewable electricity from sources like solar or wind power, resulting in zero CO₂ emissions. This is the cleanest form of hydrogen and is increasingly being used for zero-emission transport, such as hydrogen trucks.

Blue hydrogen is made from natural gas, but during the process, the CO₂ emissions are captured and stored. This reduces emissions by about 90% compared to grey hydrogen. It serves as a transitional solution for sectors that are not yet ready to fully switch to green hydrogen.

Grey hydrogen is also produced from natural gas, but without any CO₂ capture. It is the most polluting form of hydrogen, with high CO₂ emissions. Although grey hydrogen is currently the most widely used, especially in industry, there is a growing shift toward cleaner alternatives due to climate goals.

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