More traffic reduction measures will be needed to meet decarbonisation targets, says Green Alliance report
Traffic reduction measures will have to be implemented more widely across the UK if the Climate Change Committee’s recommendations for targets to decarbonise the sector. This is according to a new report by think-tank Green Alliance that said introducing traffic reduction measures will provide ‘certainty’ that the UK can cut emissions to necessary levels over […]
Decarbonisation is primary driver of transport industry’s investment strategy
Decarbonisation is a primary driver of the transport industry’s investment strategy according to research published today by global law firm DLA Piper. Canvassing the views of 100 senior executives who have invested in decarbonisation projects across Europe, the report Driving Change: The Decarbonisation of European Transport reveals the majority of investors (79%) consider that decarbonisation is a […]
Transport for the North (TfN) urges people to take a fresh look at the train
With roads across the North busier than at any time in the last 18 months, and many cities facing lengthy daily traffic jams, Transport for the North has said there are more reasons than ever to consider the train as an alternative means of travel. David Hoggarth, Strategic Rail Director at Transport for the North […]
Whole-system approach to ITS is needed to help drive decarbonisation, says WSP white paper
A whole-system approach to Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) is needed to achieve net zero ambitions. That is according to a new white paper released by consultants WSP. Its whitepaper proposes a holistic perspective—one that considers people, processes, places, infrastructure, vehicles, technology and associated data—to advance comprehensive change as societies set targets and form pathways to […]
Decarbonisation in action led by local authorities in fourth ADEPT white paper
Decarbonisation is the focus of the ADEPT (Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Places and Transport) SMART Places Live Labs Programme’s fourth white paper With the race to Net Zero truly on, local authorities are front and centre of achieving the government’s net zero targets. The white paper, Decarbonisation, showcases how the eight Live Labs are trialling […]
South West Infrastructure Partnership warns decarbonisation must be supported by a new mindset
Infrastructure engineers and professionals across the South West are being urged to embrace a ‘net-zero mindset’ to support decarbonisation in the region. Without a new approach, the South West Infrastructure Partnership (SWIP) – a leadership organisation who work together to plan and develop infrastructure across the South West – is warning that the region will […]
Scotland to put rail decarbonisation at heart of net zero plans
Decarbonising transport, including rail services, offers a significant opportunity to contribute to reducing the threat of climate change, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said. Speaking at a formal launch of the £120m Glasgow Queen Street Station today, the First Minister applauded the substantial investment of over £9bn in rail infrastructure since 2007 that sees over […]
Galliford Try receives funding for green transport research
Galliford Try has secured Department of Transport (DfT) funding for research into the electrification of the road network. The research is part of a £20m programme which will play a significant role in the government’s transport decarbonisation plan that includes a commitment to end the sale of fossil-fuel goods vehicles by 2040. Working in collaboration […]
All modes of transport to be decarbonised by 20250 as part of Government’s plan
Improving public transport and continuing to increase active travel, alongside plans to decarbonise all modes of domestic transport by 2050 and a commitment to end the sale of new diesel and petrol heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) by 2040 have all formed part of the Government’s Transport decarbonisation plan, launched today. Cleaner air, healthier communities and […]
Government’s transport decarbonisation plan to be delayed because it ‘lacks ambition’
The Government’s transport decarbonisation plan has been delayed after it ‘lacked the ambition’ to meet targets, including the 2030 ban on new diesel and petrol vehicles. Transport Minister Rachel Maclean told MPs in a Westminster debate that she was not happy with the draft plan. She said: “I am not satisfied with the draft because […]