Dossier
IET Railway Technical Network
Coverage of IET Railway Technical Network in the Nexus archive.
- Drones, AI and white paint: Europe races to protect infrastructure from heat
Europe is using drones, AI, and white paint to protect infrastructure from extreme heat, as railways, roads, and power grids face strain. Norway’s Oslo airport waters runways to prevent damage, while aging infrastructure struggles with record temperatures. A 2025 report warns severe weather could reduce euro zone GDP by 4.7% by 2030.