Sweden Builds Electrifying Roads to Charge Electric Vehicles

Sweden has always been at the forefront of promoting sustainable living and reducing carbon emissions. The country has recently taken a step further in its green initiative by building electrifying roads that can charge electric vehicles while driving.

The project, named “eRoadArlanda,” is a joint venture between the Swedish government and several private companies, including vehicle manufacturer Scania and infrastructure provider Siemens. The 2km-long electrified road is located near Stockholm’s Arlanda airport and has an overhead electric rail that recharges electric trucks and buses while driving over it.

The road works by transferring power to the electric vehicles through an arm attached to the vehicle’s undercarriage. The arm retracts when a vehicle changes lane or overtakes another, ensuring that only the vehicle on the electrified lane receives the charge. The road is also designed to charge vehicles as they idle or park over it.

The eRoadArlanda is part of Sweden’s larger initiative to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2045, with electric vehicles playing a significant role in achieving the goal.

The project has also garnered interest from other countries, including Germany and South Korea, who are considering implementing similar electrified road systems.

The eRoadArlanda is an innovative and sustainable solution to reduce carbon emissions while promoting the use of electric vehicles. With more countries and companies investing in green technologies, we can hope for a cleaner and greener future.