18.01.2021
Artikel Nummer: 34819
Austrian carrier runs 100% on green electricity
As of 1 January 2021, the ÖBB RCG is now also running on traction current of which 100% comes from renewable energy sources in Germany.
What was rolled out in Austria in 2018 now applies to all TransFER services in Germany such as the Linz–Duisburg–Wels TransFER and the Vienna–Scandinavia TransFER, as well as all other products in Germany where traction is provided by Rail Cargo Carrier – Germany, the carrier said.
The green electricity used for rail operations in Germany is CO2 neutral. It is obtained from partner power stations and is drawn from the public power grid. Its hydrogen source has been certified by TÜV Nord.
In Austria, ÖBB Infrastruktur already runs eight own hydropower stations and one solar power station. (ben)