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Train & Rail News

Train & Rail

 
Rail is an excellent green option for getting around. It has historically been a reliable and efficient way to move cargo and people. Trains produce a far smaller amount of emissions on a per-passenger-mile basis. Traveling via train also decreases traffic, saves travelers money on gas and car maintenance and yields many other benefits. There are programs in place, such as the EPA's SmartWay Transport Partners, which is designed to increase energy efficiency while significantly reducing greenhouse gases and air pollution. Organizations like this work toward a cleaner, more efficient transportation future by adopting fuel-saving strategies that increase profits and reduce emissions. (Source: EPA / Photo: Flickr)

Articles about Train & Rail

  • BART protest peaceful in San Francisco subway

    Mon, Aug 15 2011 at 9:55 PM

    The rally, which was organized by the hacker group Anonymous, protested alleged police brutality and 'anti-free speech tactics' by authorities.

  • Bay Area Rapid Transit targeted by hackers

    Sun, Aug 14 2011 at 9:29 PM

    Anonymous launched a cyber attack on BART's website in retaliation for the agency's bid to shut down cellphone service to limit a protest over a shooting.

  • Train tracks used as risky electric therapy

    Tue, Aug 02 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Desperate and ailing people lie on train tracks in Indonesia, hoping the electric currents produced by passing trains will cure what ails them.

  • Heard the latest? Fast trains are way safer than cars

    Thu, Jul 28 2011 at 4:57 PM

    Because the everyday carnage on our highways isn't news, we fail to recognize driving as the riskiest thing we do on a regular basis. Our obsession with novelty clouds our ability to make wise decisions about transportation and everything else.

  • Which is more efficient for freight: Truck or train?

    Fri, Jul 08 2011 at 10:28 AM

    One of these modes of transport can move 1 ton of freight about 484 miles on one gallon of fuel. Guess which.

  • Scorching Phoenix harnesses sun to chill light rail stop

    Wed, Jul 06 2011 at 9:02 PM

    A solar-powered cooling system blasts cool air over commuters waiting for the train downtown, where temperatures peaked at 118 Fahrenheit this week.

  • Forget private jets, try a private train

    Mon, Jun 27 2011 at 2:47 PM

    A private jet is a perk for some corporate executives, but what about a private train?

  • New foe for U.S. solar energy: Railroads

    Wed, Jun 22 2011 at 3:34 PM

    A railroad is sounding the alarm over a proposed solar facility that would be so bright that the glare could temporarily blind train operators.

  • Atlanta is adding streetcar service

    Thu, Jun 09 2011 at 4:28 PM

    MARTA is expanding its public transportation options.

  • Memorial Day travelers feel fuel pain

    Fri, May 27 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Video: With gas, airline and hotel prices soaring, American travelers may not be able to afford much when they reach their destinations.

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