decarbonisation
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Latest news 20 Oct 2023
Challenges around decarbonising freight transport (video)
A number of challenges need to be overcome when attempting to decarbonise the freight sector, on many occasions using rail as an alternative.
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Latest news 18 Oct 2023
The role of alternative fuels in local authority decarbonisation (video)
The role of hydrogen and electrification in helping local authorities decarbonise transport will be discussed at this year’s Smart Transport National Conference.
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Opinion 6 Oct 2023
HS2: after the deluge…
Smart Transport chair Stephen Joseph on what the Prime Minister's recent statements mean for the transport world and for those working on decarbonising transport.
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Opinion 13 Sep 2023
The role of devolution in decarbonising transport
As the urgency to decarbonise transport intensifies, Keith Dunham, regional lead for local transport in the North of England at AtkinsRéalis, explains why devolution has a vital role to play in our success.
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Latest news 8 Sep 2023
New hydrogen-powered HGV could be on the road by next year
Project ICEBreaker will create a new and commercially competitive 44-tonne proof of concept truck, for heavy goods vehicle manufacturers and operators.
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Latest news 5 Sep 2023
Active Travel England's critical role in transport decarbonisation under the spotlight at Smart Transport conference
ATE chief executive Danny Williams one of a number of high-profile speakers secured for November event.
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Latest news 25 Jul 2023
Government 'committed' to ending the sale of petrol and diesel cars from 2030
The Government says it remains committed to the 2030 car and van fossil fuel phase-out date.
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Latest news 23 Jun 2023
Digital simulation to shape future transport decarbonisation strategy
Heriot-Watt University and the University of Glasgow are working on creating a “digital twin” to fully simulate the UK’s entire transport infrastructure to help shape future decarbonisation strategy.
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Latest news 25 May 2023
Plan unveiled to transform the North of England’s transport system and accelerate decarbonisation
Sub-national transport body Transport for the North (TfN) has launched a consultation on transforming the region’s transport system.
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Latest news 19 May 2023
Motorway services' charge point target at risk
New analysis suggests the Government is not on track to hit its motorway services target for electric vehicle (EV) charge points.
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Latest news 11 May 2023
Commercial vehicle operators needs more help to decarbonise, says trade body
More Government support is needed for commercial vehicle operators if they are to decarbonise operations in line with the 2050 net zero target, according to a new report from Logistics UK.
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Latest news 5 Apr 2023
Hydrogen infrastructure need to be considered by new freight forum
A new Government and industry freight forum is being launched to help the sector decarbonise and ensure its long-term sustainability.
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Latest news 30 Mar 2023
Government sets out how it will deliver on net zero commitments
The Government has published a new report which sets out which sets out how it will enhance the country’s energy security, seize the economic opportunities available and deliver on its net zero commitments.
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Latest news 23 Mar 2023
Call for more Government support to help accelerate decarbonisation of trucks
Electric truck manufacturer Tevva is calling for more Government support to help companies make the switch to electric.
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Latest news 21 Mar 2023
Number of countries seeking to overturn 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars
A group of EU countries, led by Germany, is seeking to overturn a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035.
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Latest news 3 Feb 2023
Government facing calls to introduce zero emissions vehicles mandate
The Government must introduce a zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) mandate in order to reach its 2030 ambition to end the sale of petrol and diesel cars and vans, a new report says
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Opinion 1 Feb 2023
Last mile is here to stay, so invest in green efficiency
Our appetite for the convenience of home-delivered goods and services that leap-frogged forward in lockdown shows no signs of abating. As a result, logistics distribution centres are becoming larger at the hub, and more localised for near home distribution, says Edward Morley, transport expert at PA Consulting.
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Latest news 31 Jan 2023
Newcastle's clean air zone goes live
Newcastle has launched its clean air zone (CAZ) which means non-compliant taxis, buses, coaches and HGVs will face charges to drive into its city centre.
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Latest news 26 Jan 2023
Government awards £30 million for ‘future roads’ projects
Seven net zero projects spread across the UK, from Lanarkshire to Devon, have been awarded funding through the Live Labs 2: Decarbonising Local Roads competition.
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Latest news 24 Jan 2023
Micromobility options reduce car use, new survey finds
More than 12 million miles of car journeys were avoided across 17 countries by users of scooters provided by Bolt, the company says.