Techno-Economic Analysis for Partial Substitution of Diesel by Renewable Hydrogen in Haulage Mining Trucks

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Preprint Open access

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Authors: Daniel Cavadia Suarez
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18790872
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Abstract

The mining industry demands high fossil fuel consumption, posing environmental challenges. This study evaluates partial diesel substitution (5.8-7.7%) with renewable hydrogen in Komatsu 930E-4 mining trucks using PV-electrolyzer systems. LCOH: 6.2 USD/kgH2 (competitive). COOBH: 10.29 USD/kgH2 (high vs diesel). Future scenarios show viability by 2030-2050 with tech advances. CO2 savings: 284 kg/12h operation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Technologies Mining Techniques and Economics

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
26 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint