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Hydrogen buses in Poland: where did it all go wrong?

In Poland, hydrogen-powered public transport – including refuelling stations and hydrogen production projects for transport – has been established almost exclusively through substantial public funding. However, projects that have already been suspended, cancelled or failed for financial reasons raise questions about whether the sector can survive in a market-driven environment.

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