Switzerland's First Hydrogen Passenger Ship Begins Operations
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On a Swiss lake, a new passenger ship has begun operations. The ship runs on hydrogen and is the first of its kind in Switzerland. It is intended to help reduce air pollution on the water.
The propulsion works with a fuel cell. In generating electricity, no carbon dioxide is produced, only water vapour. For passengers, this means that the journey is quieter and cleaner compared to older diesel ships. The ship operators also see this as an important step for environmental protection.
The technology is, however, still new and expensive. For this reason, the ship will initially be tested on a specific route. Experts say that the experience gained from this project will be important if further ships with alternative propulsion systems are to be built in the future.
The project shows how Switzerland is trying to expand environmentally friendly means of transport. Whether the new technology will prevail in the long term will become clear in the coming years.
Sources: Nau
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