On July 31, the launch ceremony for Pinduoduo's (known as Temu at international platforms) first batch of hydrogen-forward heavy logistics vehicles was held in Nanhai. Hydrogen Forward Automotive Operations (Foshan) Co., Ltd., the logistics and operations arm of renowned e-commerce giant Pinduoduo, officially deployed hydrogen-forward heavy logistics vehicles in Nanhai District, marking another breakthrough in Nanhai's hydrogen energy demonstration scenarios.

Ushering in a New Era of Hydrogen Logistics

At the scene, three brand-new hydrogen-forward heavy logistics vehicles were ready for dispatch. These vehicles, all manufactured in Nanhai, are innovative products jointly developed by United Auto and Qingji Energy. Both companies are rooted and flourishing in Nanhai, showcasing the innovative strength of local enterprises.

The vehicles use Qingji Energy's hydrogen fuel cell system as their power source, offering multiple advantages such as environmental friendliness, long-range endurance, high hydrogen refueling efficiency, and large cargo space. These nine-meter-six box trucks have a cargo volume of 56.8 cubic meters and can carry up to 18 tons. Refueling with hydrogen takes only 15 minutes, enabling a "super-long range" of 600 kilometers per refuel. These vehicles are primarily used for local auto parts mid- and short-distance transport and cross-city allocation for large logistics warehouses. They have already taken on Pinduoduo's warehouse allocation tasks, with substantial future demand anticipated.

According to the head of Hydrogen Forward Automotive Operations (Foshan) Co., Ltd., these logistics vehicles consume only 5 kilograms of hydrogen per 100 kilometers, whereas traditional diesel vehicles consume about 24 liters of diesel for the same distance. Based on an annual mileage of 50,000 kilometers, using hydrogen-forward logistics vehicles can reduce annual carbon dioxide emissions by up to 35 tons, highlighting their significant energy-saving and emission-reducing benefits.

Notably, in June this year, the Guangzhou-Zhanjiang Hydrogen Energy Highway Demonstration Project officially launched in Nanhai, covering multiple cities including Guangzhou, Foshan, Zhanjiang, and Maoming. As a significant participant in this project, apart from the initial deployment of three hydrogen-forward logistics vehicles, Hydrogen Forward Automotive Operations (Foshan) Co., Ltd. reveals its plans to deploy 200 hydrogen vehicles across various application scenarios, including Pinduoduo and the Guangzhou-Zhanjiang Hydrogen Energy Highway Demonstration Project, by the end of 2025, providing a robust boost to Foshan's green emission reduction efforts.

Entering a New Blue Ocean Industry Worth Trillions

Hydrogen energy is a crucial component of the new energy system and a key driver for promoting new energy security strategies. As a pioneering region for China's hydrogen energy industry, Nanhai has progressed from demonstration to diversified commercial applications in hydrogen energy development in recent years.

Currently, the district has promoted the use of 1,142 hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, including 397 buses, 595 logistics vehicles, 8 muck trucks, 57 municipal sanitation vehicles, and 85 passenger cars, with a cumulative mileage of nearly 70.82 million kilometers, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by about 42,600 tons. Nanhai operates 32 fuel cell bus routes, is building one hydrogen-forward rail line, and is one of the largest regions in China for fuel cell vehicle application promotion.

For "last-kilometer" travel, Nanhai has also deployed 440 hydrogen-forward two-wheelers, which citizens can unlock and ride for up to 80 kilometers with a simple scan and helmet, providing a safe and effortless travel option.

Additionally, besides the transportation sector, more hydrogen energy application scenarios are expanding in Nanhai. The country's first "Hydrogen into Thousands of Homes" smart energy demonstration community project is operational in Danzao, planning to introduce solar photovoltaic electrolysis water hydrogen production equipment. Foshan Xianhu Laboratory and Nanhai ceramic company Monalisa are collaborating to build the country's first ceramic thin plate production line using hydrogen-ammonia fuel. Meanwhile, products like Cavallo home hydrogen machines and hydrogen water cups are widely used in commercial, household, and medical fields.

Moving forward, Nanhai will continue to take the lead, further perfecting the hydrogen production, storage, and transportation system, accelerating the construction of hydrogen refueling infrastructure, and expanding hydrogen energy application scenarios. This will enable hydrogen energy to become a new driving force for Nanhai's new quality productivity, promoting the continuous and vigorous development of Nanhai's hydrogen energy industry.

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