oct 30, 2024 - (US) Wabtec Corporation Receives $48.4M Grant for Hydrogen-Powered Train Development in Erie

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Wabtec Corporation has been awarded a $48.4 million grant to advance the development of hydrogen-powered trains at its Erie facility.
The grant, part of the CRISI program, aims to enhance rail safety, efficiency, and reliability while promoting clean energy initiatives.
Wabtec Corporation, Erie County's largest industrial employer, has secured a significant grant of $48.41 million to foster the development of hydrogen-powered trains. This initiative, announced by U.S. Senator Bob Casey, is supported through the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) grant program, which is funded by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.



The grant aims to transform Wabtec’s operations in Lawrence Park Township by remanufacturing existing trains to utilize hydrogen as a fuel source. This project not only emphasizes the shift towards sustainable transportation solutions but also reinforces the facility’s role in pioneering advanced rail technologies. Previously, this same plant developed the FLXDrive battery locomotive, marking a significant step in green technology adoption.

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