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Switzerland Railway Marks 11,000 Trains Over Solar Panels

Switzerland has run its 11,000th train over the world's first solar power plant installed between railway tracks, with trains passing inches over 48 solar panels that have remained stationary for fourteen months. This milestone demonstrates the feasibility of integrating solar energy generation with railway operations. The project represents a significant step towards renewable energy use in transportation. It highlights Switzerland's ongoing efforts to innovate in sustainable infrastructure and may influence similar initiatives globally.