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<p>The Traction Decarbonisation Network Strategy (TDNS) was published by Network Rail
in 2020 and primarily recommended electrification as a means to decarbonise the rail
network.</p><p>The TDNS was used by Government as a guide for decision making. However,
alternative traction technologies, such as battery and bi-mode trains, will also play
key roles in our transition to Net Zero. We are progressing work on a whole systems
approach to decarbonisation by ensuring both track and train are considered.</p><p>The
Government still expects electrification to play an important role in our programme
to achieve our Net Zero 2050 target, which is why since 2010, more than 1,250 miles
of electrification has been delivered in Great Britain, including over 900 miles in
England and Wales in the last 11 years.</p>
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