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General Project
This project is a pilot commuter rail service using hydrogen-powered trains along existing Union Pacific freight corridors. It is designed to provide fast, reliable, and zero-emission transport for daily commuters, reducing highway congestion and offering an environmentally sustainable alternative to car travel.
The corridor spans 70 miles between two major urban centers with high commuter demand. I-25 experiences significant congestion during peak hours, making rail a practical alternative while taking advantage of underutilized Union Pacific tracks.
End-to-end travel is projected at approximately 85–90 minutes, including stops at Castle Rock and Lone Tree. This travel time is competitive with peak-hour highway driving and provides predictable scheduling for commuters.
The initial service will include three morning trains inbound to Denver and three evening trains returning to Colorado Springs. This schedule targets peak commuter periods while allowing sufficient track windows for freight operations.
Technology & Operations
Hydrogen fuel cells onboard the train convert stored hydrogen into electricity, which drives traction motors. This system is fully electric, silent, and produces no tailpipe emissions, enabling environmentally friendly operation.
No. Hydrogen trains store energy onboard, so there is no need for catenary wires or electrification infrastructure. This drastically reduces capital costs and allows operations on existing freight corridors without major construction.
Refueling depots are planned at the endpoints — Colorado Springs and Denver — with potential for intermediate refueling hubs as service expands. These depots can be co-located with maintenance or siding facilities for operational efficiency.
Yes. Modern fuel-cell systems are highly regulated, with strict safety standards for storage, pressurization, and handling. They are designed with multiple redundant safety systems and undergo rigorous testing before deployment.
Hydrogen trains are significantly quieter than diesel locomotives because they use electric traction motors. Noise levels are comparable to conventional electric trains, reducing community disturbance along the corridor.
Yes. The trains are fully compatible with Union Pacific freight corridors. They operate in designated time windows to avoid conflicts, and signaling systems like PTC ensure safe cohabitation with freight traffic.
Sustainability & Environmental Impact
Hydrogen trains produce only water vapor as a byproduct, eliminating CO₂, NOx, and particulate emissions from commuter transport. This supports local air quality improvement and contributes to climate change mitigation efforts.
Yes. Hydrogen can be produced using electrolysis powered by wind, solar, or other renewable sources. This ensures that the energy pathway is fully green and aligns with carbon reduction targets.
Beyond reducing emissions, hydrogen trains decrease highway congestion, lower noise levels, and reduce vehicle wear on road infrastructure. They also enhance access to employment centers and improve overall regional mobility.
Yes. The system supports Colorado’s greenhouse gas reduction targets and U.S. federal climate initiatives, including DOT and DOE hydrogen strategies. It demonstrates actionable steps toward sustainable transportation without requiring new highways.
Infrastructure & Corridors
The service will include Colorado Springs, Castle Rock, Lone Tree (Sky Ridge area), and Denver Union Station. Each station is designed with park-and-ride access, multimodal integration, and minimal infrastructure additions.
The service leverages underutilized freight tracks, sidings, signaling systems, and PTC safety technology. This avoids the need for new land acquisition or costly electrification while maintaining safe coexistence with freight operations.
Minimal upgrades include siding extensions, station platform construction, and interface improvements to signaling systems. These are relatively low-cost compared to building new lines and can be executed without major service disruption.
Yes. By scheduling commuter trains during low-freight periods and using time-separated track windows, both passenger and freight services can operate safely and efficiently on the same corridor.
Investment & Partnerships
The corridor represents a low-capital, high-impact investment opportunity. Reusing existing infrastructure reduces risk, while hydrogen technology offers long-term ESG benefits, recurring ridership revenue, and a scalable model for other corridors.
Key collaborators include Union Pacific, federal and state transportation agencies, hydrogen suppliers, and potential private-public investors. Their combined support ensures operational feasibility, regulatory compliance, and strategic alignment with sustainability goals.
