CALMOD E-NEWSLETTER

April is Earth Month, so we thought we'd share some facts about how the Caltrain Modernization program is contributing to a healthier planet and a happier local community. The electrification of our fleet will result in a 97% reduction in emissions and will remove 176,000 metric tons of greenhouse gases annually, which are the main contributor to climate change. Switching from diesel to electric-powered trains also means reductions in noise pollution along the corridor. Together these environmental benefits mean a healthier habitat for people, plants, and animals alike. Over 65,000 people ride Caltrain everyday. That's a LOT of cars off the road, and electrification will allow even more people to choose a form of transportation that's only getting greener. Happy Earth Month, Caltrain riders!

Construction to make Caltrain a modern, electric commuter rail system continues! This month, crews continued installing foundations and conduit along the corridor from South San Francisco to San Jose. Work was also performed on paralleling stations in Sunnyvale and San Mateo, and three traction power facilities along the corridor. Check out our video to see a timelapse of crews installing a transformer, which is an important element of a substation that helps to ensure electricity is consistently distributed throughout the Caltrain system.