Simulation-Based Analysis of Hydrogen Refuelling Station to Support Future Hydrogen Trucks and Technological Advances

Hydrogen is becoming increasingly relevant as an energy source to decrease carbon dioxide emissions across transportation, industry, and power generation sectors. One step to achieving this goal is to endorse the utilisation of hydrogen as a fuel in the transportation sector. A prerequisite for the widespread adoption of hydrogen trucks is accessible infrastructure, including refuelling stations. This paper presents a simulation model that analyses the potential spread of hydrogen infrastructure in the transport sector, focusing on refuelling station numbers and the feasibility of constructing new stations based on the projected increase in hydrogen trucks and refuelling speed. By simulating different scenarios, the model assesses infrastructure needs to meet projected hydrogen truck demand in the Bremen region in Northern Germany. Results suggest that with a refuelling rate of 5 kg/min and twelve stations, scenarios with over 50% hydrogen truck share are viable.