Galliford Try and National Highways

A new benchmark in zero-emission construction site power

Delivering zero-emission site power

Galliford Try and National Highways are leading the transition to clean, zero‑emission site power, enabled by H‑Power’s hydrogen fuel cell generator.

An easy step towards decarbonisation

As part of the A5036 Park Lane project for National Highways, Galliford Try deployed a practical zero‑emissions power supply, demonstrating how H‑Power’s 30 kW hydrogen fuel‑cell generator can easily replace diesel on live construction sites.

Delivered through Speedy Hydrogen Solutions, the joint venture between H‑Power and Speedy Hire, the system reliably powered welfare facilities and EV charging while supporting net‑zero ambitions. It proved that hydrogen offers an easy, scalable model for future low‑carbon compounds and directly supports the decarbonisation commitments of all partners involved.

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Carbon savings

This scheme has been successful in that it’s offsetting 2.6 tonnes of carbon per week. This is a benchmark for us and will be introduced across multiple schemes.
Ian Spence

National Highways, Project Manager - Scheme Delivery Operations

At the heart of the compound was the H‑Power 30 kW hydrogen fuel cell generator, engineered as a direct, drop‑in replacement for diesel. Combined with a 45 kVA battery system, it enabled smooth load handling, peak shaving and quiet overnight operations, ensuring the compound functioned exactly like a conventional setup, only cleaner.

H‑Power’s hydrogen fuel cell generator delivered:

  • Stable, uninterrupted power for welfare cabins and EV charging

  • Zero operational emissions, eliminating diesel related carbon, noise, and spill risks

  • Real time performance visibility through advanced telematics

  • Verified carbon savings, supporting PAS 2080 and Science Based Targets

This transparency and reliability gave Galliford Try and National Highways the confidence to validate hydrogen’s performance under real world conditions.

The project team deployed the hydrogen fuel cell generator into the temporary works power system to test real world performance under typical compound loads. The setup included battery storage, smart power controls, and real time telematics to monitor performance and carbon savings.

Site set up at a glance: 

  • Replacing diesel generation with a hydrogen fuel cell to power welfare cabins and EV chargers  

  • Using telematics to track power output, utilisation, efficiency, and CO₂ savings in real time 

  • Embedding the project within Galliford Try’s innovation and carbon management framework, supporting PAS 2080 compliance and Science Based Targets 

  • Collaborating with supply chain partners to build operational familiarity with hydrogen technology and its deployment on live projects

The project demonstrated that hydrogen powered generators can reliably replace diesel on active construction sites and deliver substantial environmental and operational gains.

  • Zero operational emissions, saving an average of 2.6 tonnes of CO₂ per week compared with diesel 

  • Cleaner, quieter operation, with no fuel spill risk

  • Stable, uninterrupted power, improving compound efficiency and reducing maintenance

  • Verified carbon savings, monitored through the live telematics platform

As the construction industry transitions toward zero‑emission compounds, hydrogen offers a practical, scalable solution for off‑grid or constrained‑access sites.

Configured with H‑Power’s 30 kW hydrogen fuel‑cell generator and a 45 kVA battery‑energy‑storage system, the A5036 Park Lane project delivered stable power for:

  • A five cabin setup (three offices, a canteen/drying room and toilets) 

  • Two EV charging points

This establishes a repeatable benchmark for compounds of a similar scale, supporting both construction and temporary project needs.

A positive impact delivered through partnership

The success of this project highlights the value of industry collaboration. By combining H‑Power’s advanced hydrogen technology and Speedy Hire's national deployment capability, it enables organisations to take meaningful, practical steps toward net zero today.

“Hydrogen is often seen as something that will power construction sites in the future, but this project proves it’s already here; powering the full welfare setup at the Bootle Galliford Try site and demonstrating reliable, zero‑emission performance today.” 

Mark Chamberlain, Speedy Green Power Hire, Director

Mark Chamberlain Speedy Hire

Reducing construction emissions

We need to look at the emission sources that we have on our projects, and site power generation is one of those hot spots for us…it's really crucial to us to be adopting this new technology.
Poppy Parsons

Galliford Try, Head of Low Carbon Construction

Operational continuity

It’s not a massive step change.
The compound still works exactly the same. It’s just run a lot greener.
Georgia Cope

Galliford Try, Framework Manager

Leading the way in zero-emission hydrogen power

This project demonstrates that hydrogen power is a reliable alternative to diesel, delivering real world performance and enabling the transition to low carbon construction.
John Wilson

H-Power, CEO

Replace diesel without changing how you operate

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