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Innovative system already generates 16 MWh of energy and shows new possibility for using deactivated tracks
A new removable solar plant has gone live on an active railway line, producing 16 MWh of energy. The new development marks a breakthrough in the use of underutilized space to generate clean energy.
Innovation: removable solar plant for railway lines
Swiss company Sun-Ways has launched the world's first removable solar plant on active railway tracks. The system is installed directly on the tracks, with panels that can be removed for railway maintenance without affecting the Operação of the trains.
How the solar energy system works
The solar panels are rolled out over the tracks using a special type of railcar. Installation is quick and allows for the use of kilometers of railway without interfering with train traffic. The initial project is located near Lausanne, Switzerland.
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Environmental impact and efficiency of the new solar plant
The solar plant is already capable of generating around 16 megawatt-hours (MWh) of energy. The technology takes advantage of existing areas, avoids deforestation and does not alter the local ecosystem. In addition, the panels are made to withstand vibrations and heavy traffic.
The project also reduces the need for new land to install traditional solar plants. This means that active railway lines can generate renewable energy without competing with land use for agriculture or environmental preservation.
Prospects for the expansion of technology in the railway sector
According to Sun-Ways, the goal is to expand the technology for other railway lines in Europe. The innovation could transform the way railways contribute to renewable energy generation, especially in countries with large, underutilized rail networks.
