decarbonisation
Latest news5 May 2021UK rail freight helps cut seven million HGV journeys a year, according to new report
A Rail Delivery Group report has estimated that rail freight helps to cut millions of lorry journeys each year and contributes £2.5 billion to the UK economy.
Latest news4 May 2021English rail system cost £17.4 billion last year, according to financial overview
England’s rail system cost £17.4 billion, including £5.1bn from taxpayers, according to the latest financial overview for 2019-20 from the NAO.
Latest news4 May 2021Vehicle manufacturers ask to push petrol and diesel vehicle ban to 2035
Vehicle manufacturers have pushed back against the Government’s 2030 deadline for the ban on new petrol and diesel vehicle sales by asking for a five year extension.
Whitepapers & reports28 Apr 2021The future role of gas in transport - Cadent
This report is the culmination of a Network Innovation Allowance funded project overseen by a steering group comprising the UK and Ireland gas network operators.
Latest news28 Apr 2021Gas Vehicle Network ‘disappointed’ at RTFO reforms
The Gas Vehicle Network (GVN) has said it is ‘extremely disappointed’ with plans to increase the Renewable Transport Fuels Obligation (RTFO) by 2.5% to increase carbon savings on land, air and at sea.
Latest news14 Apr 2021Sharing home charging points could bridge infrastructure shortfall
Just 4% of home chargers would need to be shared publicly to bridge a public infrastructure gap for EVs, according to new estimates by Dodona Analytics.
Latest news14 Apr 2021Polestar to offer “truly climate neutral car” by 2030
Polestar, the EV specialist brand owned by Swedish carmaker Volvo, is working to offer an emissions free vehicle by changing the way cars are made.
Latest news13 Apr 2021Groupe Renault joins new sustainable mobility consortium
Groupe Renault has joined a new consortium called Software Republique that is aiming to develop new sustainable mobility solutions for cities and citizens.
Latest news13 Apr 2021Leighton Buzzard train station to harness energy from commuters’ footsteps
Leighton Buzzard train station is using a new technology to harness power from commuters’ footsteps by walking on "kinetic-floor tiles".
Latest news13 Apr 2021Covid-19 has increased commitment to the car, says OC&C
Nearly 45% of drivers have said Covid-19 has made them see the car as more essential, according to a new report from consultancy OC&C.
Latest news7 Apr 2021DfT opens consultation on Renewable Transport Fuels Obligation
The DfT has opened consultation on plans to amend the Renewable Transport Fuels Obligation (RTFO) to increase carbon savings on land, air and at sea.
Latest news6 Apr 2021Last call for views on Leeds’ draft transport strategy
Leeds City Council is calling for views on its draft Connecting Leeds Transport Strategy before the consultation closes on April 11.
Latest news6 Apr 2021Covid-19 travel adaptation report shows big boost for UK active travel
Walking has seen a 20% increase across the UK, according to a one year review of travel adaptation due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
Opinion31 Mar 2021Ensuring London emerges more sustainable from Covid-19
Nicola Hogan, sustainability manager at King's College London, explores how London can emerge stronger from the coronavirus pandemic.
Reports31 Mar 2021At a crossroads: Travel adaptations during Covid-19 restrictions and where next?
This report by CREDS and DecarboN8 looks at how people’s travel patterns have adapted during the coronavirus pandemic and why.
