Vireon, in collaboration with the Central Finland Mobility Foundation (CEFMOF), has announced the construction of the first large-scale green hydrogen station in Jyväskylä, a key city due to its strategic location in the country. This project marks a significant step forward for the development of hydrogen infrastructure in Finland , with an eye on the transition to sustainable transport.
Per Øyvind Voie, CEO of Vireon, stressed that Jyväskylä is the perfect place to start this project. Its central position within the country will facilitate the expansion of a network of hydrogen refuelling stations, which is vital for the development of a transport system powered by clean energy . In addition, three more stations are expected to complement this initiative at strategic points in Finland.
They saw and their hydrogen filling station. Source: VIERON
Finland to launch hydrogen station and eco-friendly buses
The project is not limited to refuelling infrastructure. In 2025, Jyväskylä will be the first Finnish city to incorporate hydrogen-powered buses . Five Caetano H2 City Gold vehicles will join the public transport fleet, as part of a pilot scheme to test the effectiveness of this technology in northern European climate conditions.
This move will contribute to reducing carbon emissions in urban transport, one of the pillars of Jyväskylä’s strategy to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. Mayor of Jyväskylä, Timo Koivisto, stressed the importance of the collaboration with Toyota and other key players in the sector, which allows the city to position itself as a leader in sustainable mobility in Finland.
A hydrogen ecosystem for Finland
This development is not an isolated effort. The City of Jyväskylä aims to build a comprehensive green hydrogen ecosystem, using clean energy to improve urban quality of life. The infrastructure will not only support trucks and buses, but will also be available for taxis and vans, promoting wider use of hydrogen across a variety of sectors.
Haruka Arai, CEO of CEFMOF, noted that this project has the potential to transform urban transportation and create a positive impact on the local economy. “With these projects, we are fostering a shift towards a cleaner and more resilient urban environment,” Arai said.
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Source and photo: Vireon