In an ambitious move for sustainable energy, the municipal transportation company Przedsiębiorstwo Komunikacji Miejskiej Sp. z o.o. in Tychy, Poland, has issued a tender titled “Dostawa wodoru wraz z zapewnieniem infrastruktury służącej do tankowania pojazdów zasilanych paliwem wodorowym.”
Published on October 28, 2024, and with a submission deadline of December 2, 2024, this tender is a significant step toward integrating hydrogen fuel into public transit systems, which promises to decrease carbon emissions and foster greener urban mobility.
The tender primarily aims to establish a reliable supply of hydrogen fuel along with the necessary infrastructure to facilitate refueling hydrogen-powered vehicles within the city’s public transport fleet. Key objectives include sourcing certified hydrogen suppliers who can ensure a consistent and high-quality supply, and the construction of advanced hydrogen refueling stations within the city. By focusing on these areas, the tender ensures that Tychy remains at the forefront of sustainable public transit. The undertaking reflects a broader effort in Europe to transition to renewable energy sources and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.