Green house gas emissions (GHG) have increased constantly in the transport sector over recent years. This sector is responsible for 31% of energy consumption and 21% of European GHG emissions.

This concerns European urban areas where 80% of citizens live. A shift towards environmentally friendly modes of transport is the key solution, and public transport plays a crucial role: it consumes less energy, uses less space and is less damaging to the urban environment.

Position on the European Climate Change Programme and the Green Paper on Energy Efficiency - The role of public transport to reduce GHG emissions and improve energy efficiency.

The role of public transport to reduce Green House Gas emissions and improve energy efficiency
Le rôle du transport public dans la réduction du changement climatique et l’amélioration de l’efficacité énergétique
Die Rolle des ÖPNV bei der Reduzierung von Treibhausgas-Emissionen und der Verbesserung der Energieeffizienz

Read our press release 'Rising fuel prices: A challenge and an opportunity for public transport'

See the latest position papers from UITP EU Committee.


 
 
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