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The first train powered by its own solar panels
In this video, Tom Scott presents a train from the Byron Bay Railroad company, which runs on 100% electricity produced by solar panels.
Broadly speaking, the system is close to that of an electric car, with photovoltaic panels on the roof of each train car constantly recharging the batteries. The small station also has additional solar panels.
In the end, the train only spends energy during its acceleration, then uses its momentum over long distances.
This system would probably not be viable on a large scale, or in countries where sunshine is less abundant. But for this small corner of Australia, it is enough.
In addition, this good idea could possibly bring in a few more tourists.
The first train powered by its own solar panels
In this video, Tom Scott presents a train from the Byron Bay Railroad company, which runs on 100% electricity produced by solar panels.
Broadly speaking, the system is close to that of an electric car, with photovoltaic panels on the roof of each train car constantly recharging the batteries. The small station also has additional solar panels.
In the end, the train only spends energy during its acceleration, then uses its momentum over long distances.
This system would probably not be viable on a large scale, or in countries where sunshine is less abundant. But for this small corner of Australia, it is enough.
In addition, this good idea could possibly bring in a few more tourists.
The first train powered by its own solar panels
In this video, Tom Scott presents a train from the Byron Bay Railroad company, which runs on 100% electricity produced by solar panels.
Broadly speaking, the system is close to that of an electric car, with photovoltaic panels on the roof of each train car constantly recharging the batteries. The small station also has additional solar panels.
In the end, the train only spends energy during its acceleration, then uses its momentum over long distances.
This system would probably not be viable on a large scale, or in countries where sunshine is less abundant. But for this small corner of Australia, it is enough.
In addition, this good idea could possibly bring in a few more tourists.
