Braking

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Smart grid leads to more efficient electric trains

The electricity from braking electric trains can now be efficiently reused thanks to a program carried out by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA).
Environment

GE Hybrid locomotive protoype in Chicago

Promising significant fuel and emissions savings, GE's Evolution Hybrid locomotive captures and stores the energy generated by braking a 207 ton train and delivers it back to the propulsion system in the form of an on-demand, 2000 horsepower boost.