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Aug 3, 2026
Argentina's Solar Train Revives Ancient Trade Route with Zero-Emission Travel
Latin America's first primarily solar-powered passenger train has carried 90,000 travelers through Argentina's UNESCO-listed Quebrada de Humahuaca, powered by a 352 kWh battery and regenerative braking. The restored 42 km railway connects local communities while eliminating emissions along a 10,000-year-old trade corridor.
Priya Sharma