COMPLETION DATE:

2007

PROJECT SIZE:

PROJECT COST:

$ 466,000

PRESENT STATUS:

COMPLETED

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Construct Two Group (CTG) pioneered the development of Florida’s first hydrogen fueling station, a groundbreaking project that marked a significant milestone in alternative fuel infrastructure. Collaborating with Progress Energy, the Department of Environmental Protection, and Bovis Lend Lease, this innovative facility was specifically designed to fuel a small fleet of electric vehicles. The project represented a critical step forward in supporting sustainable transportation technologies and reducing environmental impact through advanced fueling solutions.

PROJECT SCOPE

  • Construction of state’s first hydrogen fueling station

  • Development of specialized infrastructure for electric vehicle fueling

  • Coordination with multiple stakeholders including:

    • Progress Energy

    • Department of Environmental Protection

    • Bovis Lend Lease

  • Implementation of cutting-edge alternative fuel technology

  • Creation of infrastructure supporting electric vehicle fleet operations

  • Comprehensive design and build approach to innovative fueling facility

KEY FEATURES

  • Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure: First-of-its-kind hydrogen station in the state, designed to support electric vehicle fleet operations

  • Collaborative Development: Multi-stakeholder project involving key environmental and energy organizations

  • Sustainable Technology: Advanced fueling solution supporting the transition to cleaner transportation technologies

  • Specialized Design: Custom-engineered facility meeting unique requirements of hydrogen and electric vehicle fueling

  • Environmental Innovation: Project demonstrating commitment to reducing carbon emissions through alternative fuel technologies

  • Technological Pioneering: Groundbreaking infrastructure supporting the evolution of electric vehicle transportation

  • Stakeholder Integration: Seamless coordination between construction team, energy providers, and environmental agencies

Construction Approach

Innovative Design Methodology:

Specialized design-build approach addressing unique challenges of hydrogen fueling infrastructure

Technological Coordination:

 Careful integration of advanced fueling systems and electric vehicle support infrastructure

Stakeholder Collaboration:

 Extensive communication and coordination with Progress Energy, Department of Environmental Protection, and Bovis Lend Lease

Environmental Compliance:

Ensuring all design and construction met stringent environmental and safety standards

Technical Precision:

 Implementing specialized systems for hydrogen storage, distribution, and vehicle interface

Future-Focused Implementation:

Designing infrastructure with potential for future technological advancements

Project Challenges

Pioneering Technology Implementation:

Developing the first hydrogen fueling station in the state, requiring innovative solutions and overcoming technological barriers in alternative fuel infrastructure.

Multi-Stakeholder Coordination:

Managing complex interactions and requirements from multiple organizations with diverse technical and environmental objectives.

Specialized Infrastructure Design:

Creating a fueling facility that met the unique technical specifications of hydrogen and electric vehicle technologies.

Regulatory Compliance:

 Navigating complex regulatory landscape for alternative fuel infrastructure, ensuring all safety and environmental standards were met.

Technical Integration:

Seamlessly integrating advanced hydrogen fueling systems with existing electric vehicle support infrastructure.

Environmental Considerations:

Designing and constructing a facility that maximized environmental benefits and supported sustainable transportation technologies.