Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railroad Advances Low-Carbon Transition with Technology and Innovation
Key Ideas
- CPKC is focused on enhancing sustainability through technology solutions and projects to reduce emissions and support long-term objectives.
- The company has made progress in its hydrogen locomotive program, doubling the fleet size and conducting over 1,100 fueling events as part of its biofuel trial.
- CPKC is preparing to receive 100 Tier 4 diesel-electric locomotives to improve air quality, reduce emissions, and enhance fuel economy and reliability.
- Keith Creel, President and CEO, emphasizes the commitment to advancing locomotive operating efficiency and testing of hydrogen locomotives for future decarbonization.
The Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) railroad is actively moving towards a low-carbon emission transition, as highlighted in its recent report, CPKC’s 2025 Climate Mileposts. The company is dedicated to exploring and investing in technology solutions and projects to reduce emissions and boost sustainability. CPKC's President and CEO, Keith Creel, expressed the significance of rail shipping in terms of fuel efficiency and outlined steps to advance future decarbonization of the locomotive fleet. Noteworthy achievements include the significant mileage covered in freight service by the hydrogen locomotive program, the expansion of the hydrogen test fleet with additional locomotives, and successful biofuel trials in British Columbia. Additionally, CPKC is gearing up to receive 100 Tier 4 diesel-electric locomotives, aiming to enhance air quality, decrease pollutants, improve fuel economy, and reliability. The company's dedication to improving locomotive efficiency and testing hydrogen locomotives signifies a positive stride towards sustainable and low-carbon transportation in the rail industry.
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Policy
Innovation
Sustainability
Carbon Emissions
Fuel Efficiency
Biofuel
Technology Solutions
Railroad
Tier 4 Locomotives
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