A fleet of hydrogen energy shared bikes has recently been introduced in Kangbashi district, Ordos, quickly becoming a popular green travel option among local residents.

The eye-catching green hydrogen-powered bikes. [Photos/Kangbashi Release]

These bikes, powered by hydrogen fuel cells, provide stable performance even in the cold northern winter, as they generate electricity through chemical reactions, unlike traditional charge-discharge cycles. This eliminates the issue of reduced battery life in low temperatures.

A staff member replaces the battery. [Photos/Kangbashi Release]

The project represents a breakthrough in integrated hydrogen technology, incorporating electrolysis-based hydrogen production, solid-state storage, portable refueling, and bike-sharing into one seamless system. 

Operating with full-process low-pressure hydrogen application technology, the system significantly improves safety, lowers costs, and increases overall energy efficiency by 35 percent, forming the first complete locally developed hydrogen industry chain in Ordos with independent intellectual property rights.

As Inner Mongolia autonomous region's first demonstration project covering the entire hydrogen industry chain, from production to storage and utilization, Kangbashi’s hydrogen shared transportation demonstration system not only enhances travel experiences but also improves the overall efficiency of hydrogen energy use, deeply integrating the concept of green and low-carbon travel into urban development.