Fukuoka City and Toyota Introduce Pioneering Hydrogen-Powered Service Vehicles as Part of Their Societal Vision in Japan
In a significant step forward for a hydrogen-based society, Fukuoka City and Toyota have collaborated to introduce hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) in public services. The debut took place at the Hydrogen Energy and Mobility Summit, hosted by Fukuoka Toyota at THE CROWN Fukuoka Tenjin, and marked the first use of such vehicles in Japan [1].
At the event, Mayor Soichiro Takashima, Chairman Akio Toyoda, and guitarist and violinist SUGIZO, known for his work with popular rock bands like Luna Sea and X Japan, were all present, emphasizing the growing interest in hydrogen technology [2].
The collaboration saw the debut of Japan’s first FCEV garbage truck and ambulance. These vehicles, designed to reduce emissions in municipal services, showcase practical hydrogen mobility applications in emergency response and waste management sectors [1][2].
In addition to these service vehicles, Toyota has launched a new Crown Sedan equipped with a fuel cell electric powertrain. This model demonstrates Toyota’s commitment to expanding hydrogen vehicle choices in the consumer market [1].
Fukuoka City, which is part of the Hydrogen Leader City Project, has been at the forefront of hydrogen innovation. In 2015, it installed the world's first station to supply hydrogen made from sewage, furthering its commitment to a sustainable and environmentally friendly future [2].
The introduction of these FCEVs in Fukuoka City is a testament to the collaborative vision of Toyota and the city towards a hydrogen-based society. By promoting zero-emission vehicles in both public infrastructure and consumer transportation, they aim to decarbonize and promote sustainability goals [1][2].
References:
[1] Toyota and Fukuoka City Introduce Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicles for Public Services. (2023, March 8). Retrieved from https://www.toyota-global.com/newsroom/stories/fcev-garbage-truck-ambulance-fukuoka-city/
[2] Fukuoka City and Toyota Advance Towards a Hydrogen Society. (2023, March 8). Retrieved from https://www.fukuoka-city.jp/news/2023/03/08/20230308_001.html
In the context of expanding hydrogen mobility applications, Toyota has launched the Crown Sedan, equipped with a fuel cell electric powertrain, showcasing their commitment to hydrogen technology in the consumer market. Among other collaborative efforts, Fukuoka City and Toyota have debuted Japan’s first FCEV garbage truck and ambulance in the transportation industry, aiming to decarbonize and promote sustainability goals by reducing emissions in municipal services and emergency response sectors, as part of their vision for a hydrogen-based finance sector and society.
