EL4DEV The Age of Collaboration.pdf

A13 - Reinventing the Use of Railways

Introduction
LE PAPILLON SOURCE EL4DEV is an innovative Think and
Do Tank that proposes to reinvent the use of railway
infrastructure by integrating Vegetal Calderas. These vertical
plant structures emit beneficial electromagnetic fields, serve
as refuges for birds and bees, and beautify railway
landscapes. This initiative aims to make trains more
attractive as an ecological mode of transport while
revitalizing isolated areas.
1. Environmental and Ecological:
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Reduction of Carbon Emissions: By making train
travel more attractive, EL4DEV encourages a mode of
transport that produces fewer carbon emissions
compared to personal vehicles and air transport. This
contributes to the fight against climate change.
Promotion of Biodiversity: The Vegetal Calderas
serve as sanctuaries for birds and bees, increasing
biodiversity along railway lines. They create safe
habitats for wildlife and promote the pollination of
surrounding plants.

2. Attractiveness and Revitalization of Isolated
Areas:
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Beautification of Landscapes: The Vegetal
Calderas transform old railway lines into green and
aesthetic corridors. This transformation makes train
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