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Report Finds That Urgent Changes in Transport Financing Required to Enable More Sustainable Transportation Globally

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Yet current transport patterns, based primarily on private motorised vehicles, generates many social, environmental and economic costs, accounting for more than half of global liquid fossil fuel consumption and nearly a quarter of the world's energy related carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions (IEA, 2009).

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ICCT calculates consumer benefits of increased efficiency in 2025-2030 light-duty vehicles in the US

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Those who finance their vehicles will see a net positive cash flow—again, specific to the additional cost of technology—starting immediately. 4%, 5%, and 6% compounded annual reductions in CO2 targets for cars and light trucks for 2026–2030, compared against vehicles that meet the adopted 2025 targets.

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BCG study finds conventional automotive technologies have high CO2 reduction potential at lower cost; stiff competition for electric cars

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Assuming the China government remains committed to EVs, BCG expects that these vehicles will represent 7% of new vehicle sales in 2020, supported by car buyers’ enthusiasm for the technology and the country’s high gasoline taxes. A combination of peak oil with incentives or lower battery costs could increase EV penetration by 6%.

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UK study finds Bio-SNG could offer 90% reduction in lifecycle CO2; lower cost of carbon abatement than electrical solutions for transport applications

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Implementation of Bio-SNG will only take place with the appropriate tax, incentive and legislative environment. Along with all unconventional energy infrastructure development there is a need for novel financing strategies, as well as the necessary support regime. Among the conclusions of the report are: Regulatory.

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Electric vehicles sales & charging stations need in India

Electric Vehicles India

The government’s encouragement to the move by investing $14 billion on direct purchase incentives and 25% tax deductions is continued help to the consumers and the manufacturers. That will save net reduction of Exajoules of energy and 846 million tonnes of CO2 emissions over the deployed vehicles lifetime.

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Motorists take greener outlook

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A third of car buyers said they would be looking for better fuel consumption, while a fifth wants lower road tax. The wish list is underlined by the hope for a vehicle that emits less CO2, smaller cars and lower maintenance costs. Suggestions were that even in an optimistic climate, car owners plan to remain prudent.

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Leasing website goes green

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With a range of finance packages available, Go Green Leasing has some great deals on popular green cars including the smart fortwo, Toyota Prius, Honda Insight and more, with complete details on CO2 emissions, MPG and road tax banding available to help customers’ make the greenest choice.

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