DB ESG has secured funding from Innovate UK to investigate the effects of hydrogen injection and carbon capture technology on rail vehicle emissions. The initiative is part of the UK government's program aiming to address innovation challenges in the rail sector. By collaborating with Advanced Hydrogen Technologies (AHT), a cleantech specialist, DB ESG is testing the innovative system on a Class 66 locomotive to determine if it can offer whole-life cost benefits and help in achieving the country's Net Zero targets. With a significant number of diesel locomotives still in operation in the UK, the rail industry is under pressure to reduce carbon emissions. This project explores the potential of hydrogen-enhanced combustion and carbon capture technology to cut exhaust emissions without immediate full electrification. The project, led by DB ESG's Projects Director James Hornsby, aims to bring both economic and environmental benefits by providing a cost-effective solution for lowering rail emissions. The technology, already successful in road transport, is being adapted for rail applications to showcase its potential in achieving Net Zero emissions. By testing the system on the locomotive, the project will assess fuel consumption and emissions output under various conditions to determine its efficiency. If successful, this initiative could offer a scalable and cost-efficient alternative for rail decarbonization, revolutionizing the industry's approach to emission reduction.