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BBC: Hydrogen ferry trial considered for Bristol Harbour
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/bristol/somerset/8575818.stm
Page last updated at 09:59 GMT, Friday, 19 March 2010

Hydrogen ferry trial considered for Bristol Harbour

A plan to use a hydrogen-powered ferry in Bristol Harbour is being considered by the city council.

The authority is inviting companies to design and develop a hydrogen-fuelled boat, in partnership with a local ferry operator.

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She said advantages to the public would include less noise and smells and reduced air pollution.

Hydrogen has been touted as an alternative energy source to carbon-rich fossil fuels.

Councillor Jon Rogers, executive member for transport and sustainability, said the council was looking at alternative environmentally-friendly technology for all transport in the city.

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