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Ã–sterreichische Bundesbahnen (Ã–BB) is Austria's national railway company, responsible for managing the country's rail infrastructure and providing passenger and freight transportation services. Established in 1923, Ã–BB operates an integrated network that includes rails, stations, and tunnels, ensuring seamless connectivity across Austria and neighboring countries. The company is committed to sustainability, generating a significant portion of its energy from hydroelectric power plants, photovoltaic systems, and wind power, with the remaining electricity sourced entirely from renewable energy. Ã–BB plays a crucial role in promoting environmentally friendly mobility solutions in the region.

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03 SEP '26

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Integrated Energy Storage for Urban and Regional Railway Infrastructures

ÖBB-Infrastruktur AG is implementing a combined photovoltaic and battery storage system for local energy supply and stabilization of the Austrian railway network.

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08 JUL '26

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ÖBB and Burgenland Energie implement world's first agri-PV plant for rail power

With the commissioning of the agri-photovoltaic plant in Donnerskirchen, ÖBB and Burgenland Energie have established an innovative system for generating green 16.7-hertz traction power.

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06 MAR '26

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ÖBB Accelerates Green Energy Transition With Record Solar Power Expansion

In 2025, ÖBB's 1,100 GWh output powers 275,000 homes, expanding in 2026 with 30+ new solar plants integrating innovative energy, agriculture, and infrastructure solutions.

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