Parked German Hydrogen Garbage Trucks Show The Limits Of Pilot-Driven Infrastructure

CleanTechnica
By Michael BarnardFeb 10, 2026, 5:50 pm113 pts
The recent case in Bielefeld, where seven hydrogen garbage trucks sit idle because they cannot legally refuel at a nearby hydrogen station for buses, is a small story that exposes a large and structural problem. The vehicles were purchased with public funds, the refueling station was built with public funds,…

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