Sales of new diesel and petrol-powered HGVs are set to end by 2040 at the latest as part of the UK government's transportation decarbonisation plans launched today. Other key policies include achieving net zero aviation emissions and a net zero rail network by 2050 as well as a commitment to electrify all government cars and…
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The capital's bus service today launched four all-electric double-decker buses as part of the move by Edinburgh City Council to establish a Low Emission Zone in the city. Resplendent in bright green livery, the buses will run on the number 10 route, which connects Western Harbour and Bonaly with the city centre. Funded with major…
Policymakers are too focused on the shift to electric vehicles and must broaden their thinking if they are to deliver a fairer transport system and achieve greater wellbeing, according to a report published by progressive think tank the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR). https://videopress.com/v/hXwYG1Ua?loop=true&posterUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fscotlandinmotion.files.wordpress.com%2F2021%2F07%2Fimg_1443.jpg&preloadContent=metadata The report, entitled All aboard: A plan for fairly decarbonising…
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