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India, which is known for its huge rail network and technological progress, is now moving towards solar energy trains. Indian Railways has taken several steps towards green and sustainable energy in recent years and solar energy -operated trains are an important step in this direction. However, India is not a pioneer in this region as many other countries have already implemented solar energy -powered trains. Let’s know about those countries.
India’s first solar energy operated train
Indian Railways launched its first solar power-powered DEMU (Diesel-Electric Multiple Unit) train in 2017 from Safdarjung railway station in Delhi. In this train, 16 solar panels were installed on eight coaches, which provided electricity to the electrical equipment of the train like fans and lights. This train used to run from Sarai Rohilla in Delhi to Farooq Nagar in Haryana. It was also beneficial for the environment as it reduced 2.7 lakh tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions.
Solar energy powered trains
Recently, Indian Railways has planned to start a solar-powered train on Howrah-New Delhi route in Bihar, for which a solar power plant has been set up in Bina, Madhya Pradesh. Banaras Locomotive Works has also made a unique experiment by installing 28 solar panels on the 70 meter rail track, which will contribute to electricity savings and environmental protection. However, before India, many countries have run trains with solar energy.
These countries have already taken initiative
In 2017, Australia launched the world’s first fully fully solar energy train under the Biren Bay Railroad Company. The train runs on a 3 -km route in New South Wales and is operated by a battery charged with solar panels. The specialty of this train is that it is completely diesel-free and produces zero emissions for the environment.
Germany is also a leader in this region. Germany trains run by combining solar energy and battery storage systems, which ensure uninterrupted operations even in night or low sunlight. Japan has also started using solar energy in railway stations and trains. Tokyo Metro has installed solar panels at some of its railway stations, which help in operating trains. China has also started work on solar energy-powered high-speed trains. Solar panels have been installed on the Beijing-Sanghai rail corridor, which generate electricity for trains.
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