The City of Perth has signed an agreement with Frontier Energy Ltd for the construction of Western Australia’s first public hydrogen refuelling station in Perth.
The station is set to be built on City-owned land in West Perth, pending approvals and final investment decisions.
City of Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas said the agreement to develop the station will allow West Australians to choose a new and sustainable mode of transport.
“Hydrogen-fuelled cars are predicted to grow in popularity over the coming years so having a city-based refuelling station forms an important part of our sustainability plan,” Lord Mayor Zempilas stated.
“Frontier Energy is working to become one of the first companies in Australia to produce green hydrogen commercially and will be an important partner for the City as we strive to create a healthy city where environmental, social and economic systems are balance,” he added.
Frontier Energy Managing Director Sam Lee Mohan said the company is excited to collaborate with the City of Perth to establish a hydrogen refuelling station for fuel cell electric vehicles, a carbon emission-free, efficient, and quick alternative to traditional fuel stations.
“Subject to final investment decision, the hydrogen refuelling station will be an important step in the development of hydrogen-fuelled vehicles as a transport alternative in WA. Our long-term vision is to supply a hydrogen highway with multiple green hydrogen refuelling stations throughout WA, that will enable a significant reduction of WA’s carbon emissions from transport and bulk haulage,” he stated.
The announcement comes as delegates from 10 energy cities assemble in Perth for the Annual General Meeting of the World Energy Cities Partnership (WECP).
Perth is the sole Australian member city of the WECP, a network of global energy cities committed to a sustainable future.
Lord Mayor Zempilas emphasised the significance of hosting the 2023 WECP AGM in Perth to showcase Western Australia’s status as a global energy hub.
“Perth and WA are at the forefront of clean energy production and today’s announcement is proof of that. We have valuable knowledge and success to share with our global partners as we all work together to build more sustainable cities,” he said.
“As a founding member of the WECP, it is a privilege to host this year’s conference and AGM and an important opportunity to cement Perth’s reputation as a leader in the sustainable energy space.”
