World's First Removable Solar Power Plant Goes Into Operation On Active Railway Line

World’s First Removable Solar Power Plant Goes Into Operation On Active Railway Line

Written by Carla Teles Published on 27/04/2025 at 19:43

Uma nova usina solar foi instalada diretamente nos trilhos de trem e já está gerando energia. Ela é removível, o que facilita a manutenção da linha e ajuda a produzir energia limpa sem ocupar novos espaços.

Innovative System Already Generates 16 MWh of Energy and Shows New Possibility for Use of Decommissioned Tracks

A new removable solar power plant has started operations on an active railway line, achieving a production of 16 MWh of energy. This innovation marks a breakthrough in the utilization of underused spaces for clean energy generation.

Innovation: Removable Solar Power Plant for Railways

The Swiss company Sun-Ways has launched the world’s first removable solar power plant on active railway tracks. The system is installed directly over the tracks, with panels that can be removed for railway maintenance without affecting the operation of the trains.

How The Solar Energy System Works

The solar panels are unrolled over the tracks using a special type of wagon. The installation is quick and allows the utilization of kilometers of railways 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 Power Plant

The solar power plant is already capable of generating around 16 megawatt-hours (MWh) of energy. The technology makes use of already existing areas, avoids deforestation, and does not alter the local ecosystem. Additionally, the panels are designed to withstand vibrations and heavy traffic.

The project also reduces the need for new spaces to install traditional solar power plants. Thus, active railway lines can generate renewable energy without competing for land use for agriculture or environmental preservation.

Prospects for Expansion of Technology in The Railway Sector

According to Sun-Ways, the goal is to expand the technology to other railway lines in Europe. This innovation could transform the way railways contribute to renewable energy generation, especially in countries with large underutilized railway networks.

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World’s First Removable Solar Power Plant Goes Into Operation On Active Railway Line

Innovative System Already Generates 16 MWh of Energy and Shows New Possibility for Use of Decommissioned Tracks

Innovation: Removable Solar Power Plant for Railways

How The Solar Energy System Works

Environmental Impact and Efficiency of The New Solar Power Plant

Prospects for Expansion of Technology in The Railway Sector

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