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Environmental and climate protection

The railway is one of the most environmentally-friendly means of transport. We, at ÖBB-Infrastruktur, form the backbone of sustainable mobility and logistics services on the railway. We are constantly expanding this position. If you travel by rail, you conserve resources, and contribute towards a future fit to live in for future generations.

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Green electricity

Environmentally friendly energy supply, 100 percent traction current from renewable energy, efficient use of energy: There are many reasons why rail is one of the most sustainable means of transport.
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Eco-friendly

Committed to the environment: Low land consumption, clean railway stations with environmentally friendly cleaning, waste management and noise protection, investments in electromobility. People and the environment are our top priority.
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Railway and Nature

Sustainability and the protection of biodiversity. Healthy habitats for humans, animals and plants. ÖBB-Infrastruktur focuses on responsible, sustainable and environmentally friendly mobility.
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ÖBB Rail Bees

The bees go buzzing ... Our next chapter in climate protection are the ÖBB Rail Bees. ÖBB is one of the largest climate protection companies in Austria. Not only the electricity for the railway network and the infrastructure facilities come from 100% renewable energy: we also create new habitats for animals.