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EEA report suggests road charges for heavy-duty goods vehicles should reflect varied health effects of pollution in different countries

Green Car Congress

The revenue from such schemes should be invested in sustainable transport, the Directive states. This cost is especially high for those living close to Europe’s major transport routes. By incorporating these costs into the price of goods, we can encourage healthier transport methods and cleaner technologies.

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Drive Electric Submission Land Transport (Clean Car) Amendment Bill

Drive Electric

There needs to be a massive uptake in active and public transport, as well as the provision of Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS), changes to urban development, and the way we work. Affordable, convenient, safe and sustainable transport choices should be available for all New Zealanders. Less travel and mode shift are essential.

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Eco-Friendly Commuting: Discover the Best Indian Electric Scooters of 2024

Baua Electric

With rising fuel prices, electric scooters provide a cost-saving solution as they require less maintenance and no petrol or diesel. With increasing concerns about air pollution and a shift towards sustainable transportation, more and more people are turning to electric scooters as their preferred mode of commuting.

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Drive Electric Submission on the Emissions Reduction Plan Discussion Document

Drive Electric

Our submission and inputs relate specifically to accelerating the uptake of e-mobility, but we recognise that decarbonising transport is much wider than that. E-mobility is an important component to a zero emissions transport system, but is still just a component. . Consumer concerns are shifting from upfront price and range anxiety.