Sierra Northern Railway, announced at the ASLRRA conference in Denver, Colorado, the successful testing of the first hydrogen-fueled, zero-emission switching locomotive in West Sacramento. This achievement, funded by the California Energy Commission, signifies progress towards commercializing hydrogen-powered locomotives in the short line industry. The initiative aims to reduce emissions significantly and improve local air quality. Sierra Northern Railway plans to build three more hydrogen-fueled locomotives through a public-private partnership, expanding its environmentally friendly fleet. Through advanced technologies and partnerships, Sierra is at the forefront of sustainable innovation in the railway industry, setting an example for transportation decarbonization.