As if that wasn't enough, the whole thing also promises to be funded entirely by micro-payments from the public (which would also determine its final size), and be completely self-powered, with it relying on a combination of solar power and regenerativebraking from the lifts in the towers.
The hybrid recaptures energy through a process known as regenerativebraking -- where the energy normally lost through braking or coasting goes to power the electric motor.
The new locomotives are designed for easier maintenance, will improve energy efficiency by using a regenerativebraking system that will feed energy back into the power grid and will enhance mobility for the people, businesses and economy of the entire Northeast region.