Hydrogen in construction.
- Zero-emission
- No compromise
In the construction sector, dependable onsite power is essential. Traditional diesel generators still dominate, but local emissions, noise and tightening regulations increasingly make them a liability. Zepp’s hydrogen‑powered generator sets deliver zero‑emission electricity for construction sites of all sizes, supporting clean operations even where grid access is limited, constrained or unavailable. Zepp systems help projects meet strict air quality standards and noise restrictions while maintaining reliable power for tools, equipment and infrastructure.
Zero emission power anywhere
Construction sites are among the most energy‑intensive work environments. At the same time, standards on local air quality, particulate emissions and noise are tightening in cities and environmentally sensitive areas worldwide. Hydrogen generator sets provide a grid‑independent, zero‑emission power solution that eliminates local pollutants and operates quietly compared with diesel gensets, an important advantage in inner‑city sites, protected nature zones, and any other area where clean, quiet power is essential.
Where hydrogen adds value in construction
Hydrogen generator sets provide a robust alternative to conventional solutions. In the construction sector, they enable reliable, zero‑emission power for:
Zero‑emission onsite power
Fuel cell gensets generate electricity without combustion, eliminating CO₂, NOₓ and particulate emissions on site. This can help you comply with strict air quality and emissions requirements in urban areas and emission‑controlled zones.
Quiet and compliant site operation
Fuel cell generators operate at significantly lower noise levels than diesel alternatives. This improves conditions on urban construction sites and helps meet regulatory noise limits near residential or sensitive areas.
Grid‑independent clean power
Whether sites lack a grid connection or face constrained grid capacity, hydrogen gensets provide reliable onsite power. This supports the electrification of site infrastructure and reduces dependence on the local grid.
Support for climate goals and permits
Hydrogen gensets help construction operators align with local and national emissions targets and can enable companies to take on projects where reducing local air pollution and emissions is a requirement.
A practical application: charging battery‑electric equipment
Hydrogen power can also support the shift to battery-electric construction equipment by supplying clean energy for charging.
Dutch dredger Van den Herik uses one of our hydrogen generator sets to charge the batteries of their fully electric crane vessel each night. Having clean power for battery‑electric heavy equipment available anywhere allows them to take on off-grid jobs and still execute them without any emissions.
Hydrogen fuel cell systems in construction applications
In addition to hydrogen generator sets, zepp.solutions also develops hydrogen fuel cell systems that can be integrated directly into heavy machinery. Dutch contractor Jos Scholman uses two Liebherr 916 Litronic excavators outfitted with our fuel cell systems. This way, they can eliminate local emissions completely.
Our hydrogen technology can also support direct electrification of other construction equipment, offering flexibility and performance without compromise.
Hydrogen solutions for the construction sector.
zepp.G240
This compact hydrogen-electric 240/150 kW genset is a ready-to-go, zero-emission alternative to conventional generators.
zepp.G500
This 10ft hydrogen-electric 500/300 kW genset is an integrated stationary power solution, a true alternative to conventional diesel power systems.
zepp.G750
The G750 is a containerised 750/450 kW generator set for off-grid, cost-effective, zero-emission power.
zepp.G1000
The G1000 is a containerised 1 MW hydrogen generator set delivering clean, reliable, and autonomous power wherever the grid ends.
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Other industries.
Data centers and telecommunications
Ensuring 100% uptime without a carbon footprint is now possible for data centres thanks to hydrogen-electric gensets. These systems serve as a direct replacement for diesel backup generators, delivering the instant, reliable power required to keep networks online during grid outages. Hydrogen generators emit only pure water vapor and operate with minimal noise and vibration.
Transport and infrastructure
In the transport and infrastructure sector, hydrogen-electric gensets can enable clean operations where the grid falls short. Zepps’ hydrogen-powered generator sets seamlessly replace diesel generators, supplying dependable, fossil-free electricity for everything from remote EV (fast) charging hubs to backup power for crucial infrastructure.
Maritime
In the maritime sector, reliable power with minimal environmental impact is essential. Zepp’s hydrogen-powered generator sets provide clean electricity where conventional solutions fall short. From shore power and vessel battery charging to temporary or off-grid port operations, our systems deliver dependable, fossil-free energy without noise or emissions.
Buildings and horticulture
In many parts of Europe, businesses now face utility connection delays of five to ten years. Hydrogen fuel cell systems offer a practical way forward. They provide decentralized, emission-free power and heat exactly where it is needed. With zepp’s mobile generators, developers and growers can move ahead immediately without waiting for the grid to catch up, while still meeting strict environmental standards.
