CALGARY,
AB, Nov. 20, 2024 /CNW/ - Canadian Pacific
Kansas City (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) (CPKC) and ATCO EnPower, a
division of Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX: CU) today said
construction of hydrogen production and refuelling facilities in
Calgary and in Edmonton is now complete and the facilities
are fully operational.
As part of its innovative Hydrogen Locomotive Program, CPKC is
retrofitting a number of diesel locomotives with hydrogen fuel
cells so they can operate without directly generating
emissions.
"These fuelling facilities are an important part of advancing
the ongoing testing of our hydrogen locomotives and advancing the
development of our industry-leading program working toward a lower
carbon transportation future," said Kyle
Mulligan, CPKC Assistant Vice President, Operations
Technology.
ATCO EnPower provided engineering, procurement and construction
services for each of the dedicated, on-site hydrogen locomotive
refuelling stations and has signed an agreement to operate these
facilities.
"We are proud to announce the completion of the two-hydrogen
production and refuelling stations for CPKC. This advancement marks
significant progress in utilizing hydrogen as a fuel source for
commercial transportation and reflects ATCO EnPower's commitment to
building a sustainable future by providing innovative energy
solutions for our customers," said Mark
Brown, Executive Vice President of Projects and Operations,
ATCO EnPower.
Each of the facilities includes a 1 - megawatt
(MW) electrolyzer, compression, storage, and dispensing
systems for locomotive refuelling. In Calgary, the electrolyzer is powered in part
by renewable electricity from CPKC's existing 5 MW solar power
facility co-located at CPKC's headquarters.
The two new facilities will serve as a model for future and
complementary projects across the country. By harnessing the power
of hydrogen, CPKC aims to create a cleaner, more efficient mode of
freight transportation that can serve as a model for the rail
industry with support from ATCO EnPower.
With operations in Canada and Mexico, ATCO EnPower is leading
the energy transition with inspired energy solutions, including
renewable energy, carbon capture and storage, hydrogen and
derivatives, and energy storage.
About CPKC
With its global headquarters in Calgary, Alta., Canada, CPKC is the first and only single-line
transnational railway linking Canada, the United
States and México, with unrivaled access to major ports from
Vancouver to Atlantic Canada to the Gulf of México to
Lázaro Cárdenas, México. Stretching approximately 20,000 route
miles and employing 20,000 railroaders, CPKC provides North
American customers unparalleled rail service and network reach to
key markets across the continent. CPKC is growing with its
customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services,
logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit
cpkcr.com to learn more about the rail advantages of CPKC.
CP-IR
About Canadian Utilities
Canadian Utilities Limited and its subsidiary and affiliate
companies have approximately 9,000 employees and assets of $23
billion. Canadian Utilities, an ATCO company, is a diversified
global energy infrastructure corporation delivering essential
services and innovative business solutions. ATCO Energy Systems
delivers energy for an evolving world through its electricity and
natural gas transmission and distribution, and international
operations segments. ATCO EnPower creates energy solutions in the
areas of renewables, energy storage, industrial water and
alternative fuels. ATCO Australia develops, builds, owns and
operates energy and infrastructure assets. ATCOenergy and Rümi
provide retail electricity and natural gas services, home
maintenance services and professional home advice that bring
exceptional comfort, peace of mind and freedom to homeowners and
customers. More information can be found
at www.canadianutilities.com.
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