ADIF to Reduce Carbon Footprint by up to 86% by 2030
Adif says it wants to reduce its carbon footprint by 86 percent by 2030, taking into account its plans to purchase green electricity.
COP25: Rail “the only realistic and immediate solution...
The climate change conference COP25 is under way in Madrid. Transport is a major polluter and a shift to rail is vital for our future.
Germany to Cut VAT on Long-Distance Rail Journeys
Germany will cut VAT on long-distance rail journeys to 7%, down from the current 19%. It will also increase taxes on air passengers.
Henrik Hololei Talks Shift2Rail at Digital Transport Days
Henrik Hololei spoke at Digital Transport Days to hail the successes and goals of Shift2Rail to address climate change and other focuses.
Rail Baltica Addresses Impact of Climate Change
Rail Baltica has produced a study to assess the potential impact of climate change on the project and to develop mitigation measures.
Rail Delivery Group: Reform Rail Fares to Combat Climate Cri...
The Rail Delivery Group has published proposals for rail fare reforms following the largest-ever passenger survey in the country.
Copenhagen Cityringen Metro Line Opens Sunday
Copenhagen's new metro line, Cityringen, will open on 29 September 2019. It has been under construction for 8 years and features 17 stations.
Deutsche Bahn Tests White Rails to Reduce Overheating
Deutsche Bahn is experimenting with white rails to reduce the temperature of the steel, thereby avoiding stress on the rails in extreme heat.