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Could solar-powered Tube trains cut ticket costs?

Could solar-powered Tube trains cut ticket costs?

The Standard


Published: 23 February 2023 at 16:00 Europe/London

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Could Londoners in the near future glide around the capital on Tube trains powered by the sun and wind?


The Leader podcast looks at a project that’s already harnessing solar power to help electrify a commuter line into the capital.


Meanwhile, TfL is also researching viability of using more renewable energy - could it help cut ticket prices?


We’re joined by Leo Murray, co-founder of train-tech start-up Riding Sunbeams.


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