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The Byron Bay Railroad Company runs the world's first 100% solar-powered train. It wouldn't work everywhere - but in the bright sunshine of Australia, it might just be the right tool for the job.

More about the railroad: https://byronbaytrain.com.au/

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[–] bonkerfield@slrpnk.net 2 points 5 months ago

Totally amazing and the very most solarpunk way of doing it imho. Especially that really beautiful classic train getting the retrofit.

[–] Jonnsy@slrpnk.net 1 points 6 months ago (1 children)

I didn't watch the video, but wouldn't it be even better between the rails.

[–] MrMakabar@slrpnk.net 2 points 6 months ago

No, the solar panels on the station roofs and on the train are easily enough to power the train.