The Institution of Mechanical Engineers is calling for urgent action to introduce hydrogen trains in areas outside the electrified rail network in the UK.
Investment in hydrogen trains is a vital part of the process to improve air quality but must not be seen as an easy replacement for electrification schemes, according to a new report released today (7th Feb) by the association.
Around 29% of Britain’s fleet currently run only on diesel fuel which emits large concentrations of particulate matter, known to be damaging to our health, particularly at enclosed stations.
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