Deutsche Bahn feeds solar power directly into traction energy grid

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DB's new solar power plant in Wasbek. 2023, Deutsche Bahn AG / Enerparc AG

Deutsche Bahn (DB) has inaugurated a new solar energy facility in the northern federal state of Schleswig-Holstein along with partner Enerparc. Solar energy from the site is fed directly into the grid for traction energy, which is a first for Germany.

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Deutsche Bahn feeds solar power directly into traction energy grid

Solar panels
DB's new solar power plant in Wasbek. 2023, Deutsche Bahn AG / Enerparc AG

Deutsche Bahn (DB) has inaugurated a new solar energy facility in the northern federal state of Schleswig-Holstein along with partner Enerparc. Solar energy from the site is fed directly into the grid for traction energy, which is a first for Germany.

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Author: Nick Augusteijn

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