Call for Accelerated Roll-out of Electric and Hydrogen Buses in England
Key Ideas
- Urban Transport Group urges Labour government for clear phase-out date for diesel buses and support for zero-emission models.
- England's public sector transport authorities advocate for faster adoption of electric and hydrogen buses to meet climate goals.
- Report emphasizes the need for long-term and sustained support to enable the widespread use of zero-emission buses across the country.
- The push for electric and hydrogen buses aligns with efforts to reduce emissions and transition to a greener transport sector.
England's public sector transport authorities have urged the new Labour government to accelerate the roll-out of electric and hydrogen buses across the country. The Urban Transport Group has specifically called for the establishment of a clear phase-out date for diesel buses and for providing long-term support to enable the widespread adoption of zero-emission bus models. The report highlights the importance of transitioning to electric and hydrogen buses to meet regional and city climate goals. It emphasizes the need for sustained support to overcome barriers and facilitate the transition to greener public transport. The call for electric and hydrogen buses aligns with broader efforts to reduce emissions and promote sustainable practices within the transportation sector. The report underscores the significance of government intervention in driving the transition towards a cleaner and more environmentally friendly public transport system in England.
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