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European Clean Bus Deployment Initiative
MOBILITY & TRANSPORT
Clean (alternatively fuelled) buses in urban areas can offer considerable advantages. Reductions in emissions of greenhouse gases, air pollutants and noise bring about considerable public health benefits. Moreover, moving on quietly and smoothly means greater passenger comfort and new opportunities for routes, making public transport more attractive.
To promote the use of cleaner transport, the EU has undertaken several initiatives, particularly following the Paris climate agreement's emphasis on a transition to a low carbon economy.
The main actions include:
These efforts collectively reflect the EU's commitment to reducing carbon emissions in the transport sector and transitioning towards more sustainable, efficient, and environmentally friendly modes of transportation.
To promote the use of cleaner transport, the EU has undertaken several initiatives, particularly following the Paris climate agreement's emphasis on a transition to a low carbon economy.
The main actions include:
- Role of Local and Regional Administrations: Emphasizing their crucial part in reducing carbon emissions by modernizing transport systems to make them cleaner, more energy-efficient, and sustainable.
- Low-Emission Mobility Benefits: Acknowledging that low-emission mobility not only benefits citizens by improving air quality and health but also strengthens innovation and competitiveness in the industry.
- Support for Zero-Emission Transportation: Encouraging widespread support for zero-emission transportation, recognizing it as the most effective and efficient form of public mobility in regions and cities.
- Declaration of Intent on Promoting Large-Scale Deployment of Clean Alternatively Fuelled Buses in Europe: This declaration signifies a collective commitment by signatories to facilitate the transition to clean, alternatively fuelled buses, showcasing a significant step towards cleaner public transport systems. Read the Declaration
- Clean Bus Declaration: Entities and individuals are encouraged to sign up to the Clean Bus Declaration, a simple process that can be done online. This is a symbolic and practical step towards endorsing cleaner bus transportation.
- Information and Engagement Channels: The EU provides platforms for stakeholders and interested parties to stay informed and engage with upcoming activities in the area of cleaner transportation. This includes subscription services for news and updates.
These efforts collectively reflect the EU's commitment to reducing carbon emissions in the transport sector and transitioning towards more sustainable, efficient, and environmentally friendly modes of transportation.
