Germany inaugurates world’s first hydrogen-powered train fleet

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Category : International Published on: August 26 2022

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Germany launched its first fleet of hydrogen-powered passenger trains claiming they are the first of their kind in the world.
The 14 trains use hydrogen fuel cells to generate electricity that powers the engines.
By replacing the existing diesel trains, the German government aims to expand the use of hydrogen as a clean alternative to fossil fuels.
The trains manufactured by French company Alstom are operated by regional rail company LNVG on routes between the northern towns of Cuxhaven, Bremerhaven, Bremervoerde, and Buxtehude.
Trains have a range of up to 1,000 kilometres (621 miles) and a maximum speed of 140 kph (87 mph).