Germany introduces world's first hydrogen-powered trains
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Hydrogen-powered train
Germany has launched the world's first fleet of hydrogen-powered passenger trains in the state of Lower Saxony.
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Green train
According to reports, 14 trains with hydrogen fuel cell drive - produced by French manufacturer Alstom - are to replace diesel trains.
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Cost
The total cost of the project is around $92 million.
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Why hydrogen?
These trains will save 1.6 million litres of diesel fuel a year.
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Speed
According to train manufacturer Alstom, each train will have a range of 999 kilometres (621 miles) with speeds touching 140 kilometres per hour (87mph).
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Routes
The routes will be operated by regional rail company LNVG and will serve the towns of Cuxhaven, Bremerhaven, Bremervoerde, and Buxtehude.