East West Rail trains to use hybrid batteries to reduce emissions

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East West Rail trains to use hybrid batteries to reduce emissions
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The company behind the multibillion-pound line says there are benefits to only partly electrifying it.

The company behind a multibillion-pound railway has confirmed it plans to only partly electrify the line, with trains using hybrid batteries.

Fewer overhead lines would "potentially decrease visual impacts in more sensitive locations along the new railway", according to EWR. Mr Hughes added: "We're excited to confirm our plans for electrification, which support our environmental goals by delivering sustainable low-carbon journeys and supporting the UK's transition to an overall net zero carbon economy."A 10-week non-statutory consultation on the plans will run from 14 November to 25 January offering communities a chance to have their say.

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