Australia: Melbourne’s trams set to run on solar power
While commuters won’t see actual panels on Melbourne’s 400 trams, the electricity the network requires to operate with will be offset by certificates purchased from the newly opened Numurkah Solar Farm. An annual reduction of more than 80,000 tons of greenhouse gas emissions is expected. [cities-today.com]
How New York’s Atlantic Ticket Approaches Transit Equity Differently
For the past year, NYC’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) has discounted fares on commuter rail lines in neighborhoods lacking good subway access for travel to city business centers. The program has improved passenger flow, increased line use, and expanded availability of transit alternatives. [citylab.com]
Europe: Swedes are switching from planes to trains — here’s why
Almost 1 in 4 Swedes chose not to fly over the past year, a recent survey commissioned by the WWF Sweden conservation group has found. Climate experts say air travel is often the biggest source of personal carbon emissions for high-income individuals and frequent flyers. [nbcnews.com]
Asia: Tehran-Ankara Passenger Train Services Resume
Passenger train services have resumed between Iran and Turkey’s capital cities, Tehran and Ankara. The services have been scheduled to run on a weekly basis. A Lake Van ferry crossing will enable passenger transfers between Iranian and Turkish trains. [financialtribune.com]
