Californian electric train operator Caltrain to be paid for regenerated power

Caltrain electrification (Photo Caltrain) (3)

USA: Californian commuter operator Caltrain is to be paid for the power its electric trains return to the grid from April 2026, after regenerative braking was classified as a renewable generation facility. 

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