ATCO EnPower and CPKC complete construction of two hydrogen production & refuelling stations in Alberta
CPKC and ATCO EnPower have completed construction of two hydrogen production and refuelling facilities in Calgary and Edmonton. The facilities, now fully operational, feature 1-megawatt electrolyzers, compression, storage, and dispensing systems for locomotive refuelling. The Calgary facility is partially powered by CPKC's existing 5 MW solar power facility. These stations support CPKC's Hydrogen Locomotive Program, which involves retrofitting diesel locomotives with hydrogen fuel cells to eliminate direct emissions. ATCO EnPower will operate both facilities under a signed agreement.
CPKC e ATCO EnPower hanno completato la costruzione di due impianti di produzione e rifornimento di idrogeno a Calgary e Edmonton. Gli impianti, ora completamente operativi, dispongono di elettrolizzatori da 1 megawatt, sistemi di compressione, stoccaggio e distribuzione per il rifornimento delle locomotive. L'impianto di Calgary è parzialmente alimentato dall'attuale impianto solare da 5 MW di CPKC. Queste stazioni supportano il Programma Locomotive a Idrogeno di CPKC, che prevede la conversione delle locomotive diesel in locomotive a celle a combustibile a idrogeno per eliminare le emissioni dirette. ATCO EnPower gestirà entrambi gli impianti ai sensi di un accordo firmato.
CPKC y ATCO EnPower han completado la construcción de dos instalaciones de producción y repostaje de hidrógeno en Calgary y Edmonton. Las instalaciones, ahora completamente operativas, cuentan con electrolizadores de 1 megavatio, sistemas de compresión, almacenamiento y dispensación para el repostaje de locomotoras. La instalación de Calgary es alimentada en parte por la planta solar existente de CPKC de 5 MW. Estas estaciones apoyan el Programa de Locomotoras de Hidrógeno de CPKC, que implica la adaptación de locomotoras diésel con celdas de combustible de hidrógeno para eliminar las emisiones directas. ATCO EnPower operará ambas instalaciones bajo un acuerdo firmado.
CPKC와 ATCO EnPower는 캘거리와 에드먼턴에 두 개의 수소 생산 및 충전 시설을 완공했습니다. 이제 완전 가동 중인 이 시설은 1메가와트 전해조, 압축, 저장 및 기관차 충전을 위한 분배 시스템을 갖추고 있습니다. 캘거리 시설은 CPKC의 기존 5MW 태양광 발전 시설의 일부로 전력을 공급받고 있습니다. 이들 충전소는 CPKC의 수소 기관차 프로그램을 지원하며, 이는 디젤 기관차를 수소 연료전지로 개조하여 직접적인 배출을 없애는 것을 포함합니다. ATCO EnPower는 서명된 계약에 따라 두 시설을 운영할 것입니다.
CPKC et ATCO EnPower ont achevé la construction de deux installations de production et de ravitaillement en hydrogène à Calgary et Edmonton. Les installations, désormais pleinement opérationnelles, sont équipées d'électrolyseurs de 1 mégawatt, de systèmes de compression, de stockage et de distribution pour le ravitaillement des locomotives. L'installation de Calgary est partiellement alimentée par l'installation solaire existante de 5 MW de CPKC. Ces stations soutiennent le programme de locomotives à hydrogène de CPKC, qui consiste à équiper les locomotives diesel de piles à hydrogène pour éliminer les émissions directes. ATCO EnPower gérera les deux installations dans le cadre d'un accord signé.
CPKC und ATCO EnPower haben den Bau von zwei Wasserstoffproduktions- und Betankungsanlagen in Calgary und Edmonton abgeschlossen. Die nun voll einsatzbereiten Anlagen verfügen über 1-Megawatt-Elektrolyseure, Kompressions-, Speicher- und Abgabesysteme für die Betankung von Lokomotiven. Die Anlage in Calgary wird teilweise mit Strom aus der bestehenden 5-MW-Solaranlage von CPKC betrieben. Diese Stationen unterstützen das Wasserstofflokomotivprogramm von CPKC, das darin besteht, Diesellokomotiven mit Wasserstoffbrennstoffzellen nachzurüsten, um direkte Emissionen zu beseitigen. ATCO EnPower wird beide Einrichtungen gemäß einer unterzeichneten Vereinbarung betreiben.
- Implementation of zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell technology in locomotives
- Integration with existing renewable energy infrastructure (5 MW solar facility)
- Operational infrastructure ready for hydrogen locomotive program
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The completion of two hydrogen refueling stations marks a significant milestone in CPKC's hydrogen locomotive program, but the immediate financial impact is The 1MW electrolyzer capacity at each station suggests a modest initial scale, primarily focused on testing and demonstration. The solar-powered component in Calgary leverages existing infrastructure, demonstrating cost-efficient integration.
While this positions CPKC at the forefront of rail decarbonization, material financial benefits will depend on successful locomotive conversion rates and operational cost comparisons with diesel. The partnership with ATCO EnPower reduces implementation risks and capital requirements through their operate-and-maintain agreement. This infrastructure investment represents an important step toward future-proofing operations against carbon regulations, but meaningful revenue impact is likely years away.
This development represents a strategic move in CPKC's long-term sustainability roadmap, though near-term operational impact will be minimal. The dual-location approach in Calgary and Edmonton creates a practical testing corridor for hydrogen locomotive deployment. Key advantages include reduced exposure to future carbon pricing and potential regulatory compliance benefits.
However, the transition timeline from diesel to hydrogen locomotives will be gradual, with significant fleet conversion costs ahead. The project's success will heavily depend on hydrogen production costs versus diesel prices and the reliability of converted locomotives in real-world operations. While pioneering, this initiative's impact on CPKC's
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
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.
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