Prince Albert II drives hydrogen vision through Monaco streets
In a symbolic showcase of Monaco’s commitment to clean energy, H.S.H. Prince Albert II arrived at the Monaco Hydrogen Alliance’s annual forum behind the wheel of Extreme H’s Pioneer 25, a prototype hydrogen-powered race car.
After training with British race driver Catie Munnings, the Sovereign Prince drove the high-performance vehicle from the Prince’s Palace to the Hotel Hermitage, navigating Monaco’s iconic streets, which host Formula One and Formula E races.
“Hydrogen represents an important pathway to a sustainable future, offering solutions to reduce emissions across multiple sectors,” Prince Albert stated during the event. Reflecting on his drive, he added, “Innovation in motorsport can be a driving force for global progress, inspiring action far beyond the racetrack.”
It was my pleasure to be one of the first to try out this remarkable race car, here in Monaco, a country which is proud to host the most iconic racing across Formula One and Formula E. As Extreme H showcases, innovation in motorsport can be a driving force for global progress, inspiring action far beyond the racetrack.
Prince Albert II of Monaco
The annual forum, a hub for hydrogen technology discussions, also marked the debut of Extreme H, the world’s first hydrogen-powered motorsport championship set to launch in 2025. Alejandro Agag, CEO of Extreme H, commended the Prince’s leadership, saying, “Today’s symbolic drive through Monaco is a testament to hydrogen’s transformative potential.”
Extreme H, starting in 2025, is the world’s first hydrogen-powered motorsport championship, pioneering hydrogen technologies to inspire innovation and sustainable solutions. Building on the success of its predecessor, the electric racing series Extreme E, Extreme H demonstrates the capabilities of hydrogen and seeks to accelerate the integration of clean energy in sports, mobility and beyond.
Alejandro Agag, Founder and CEO of Extreme H, expressed his gratitude for the Prince’s involvement, saying: “Prince Albert II’s leadership in environmental causes inspires us all. His support for Extreme H reinforces the message that hydrogen innovation can unlock solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Today’s symbolic drive through Monaco is a testament to hydrogen’s transformative potential.”
John Rossant, Founder and President of the Monaco Hydrogen Alliance, congratulated H.S.H. Prince Albert II, saying, “The steadfast support of His Serene Highness for the work of the Monaco Hydrogen Alliance has been vitally important and underscores the Principality’s emergence a global hub of activity around renewable hydrogen.”
The car is designed and manufactured by Spark Racing Technology, Extreme H’s Official Fuel Cell Provider, and has undergone an intensive testing programme equivalent to three seasons of racing in readiness for its debut campaign.
With the Pioneer 25 race car as a centerpiece, equipped with cutting-edge hydrogen fuel cell technology from Symbio, the event highlighted hydrogen’s pivotal role in shaping sustainable industries and redefining high-performance mobility.
