Spanish railway operator Renfe plans to build a 20 MW solar panel facility to power its trains, after which many will follow. Most of the generated electricity will be used for train traction, with any...Read more
Deutsche Bahn (DB) has inaugurated a new solar energy facility in the northern federal state of Schleswig-Holstein along with partner Enerparc. Solar energy from the site is fed directly into the grid for traction energy,...Read more
The UK’s Department for Transport has awarded Siemens Mobility funding for the further development of solar technologies for trains on non-electrified lines. Using a second funding stream, Siemens will also explore charging options for on-train batteries...Read more
Mixing new tech with old tech, a railway that specialises in preserving steam locomotives from bygone ages is leading the way with a vast solar array that will generate power for the railway and significantly...Read more
ÖBB is working to install more solar panels in the states of Vorarlberg and Tyrol, with new installations planned on such buildings as train stations, track construction halls and terminal buildings.Read more
SNCF Gares & Connexions plans to deploy 1.1 million m2 of solar panels on railway station property by 2030. They have launched a nationwide consultation for the installation of solar panels on the grounds of...Read more