Travelling sustainably
For those with regular income, car use is affordable and often practical. However, mass car use brings with it real costs, both for the planet and for society. Most of the benefits and some costs are felt by the owner-user, while many other costs affect all the population, including non-car users, and the natural environment.
A National Energy Efficiency and Conservation Strategy has been launched, with an Action Plan for Transport:
- Promote alternatives to one-person-per-car commuting, including working from home, car-pooling and bus use.
- Encourage energy-efficient new vehicles for business fleets and more efficient driving practices.
- Introduce a carbon tax on fuel to promote interest in fuel efficiency and cut greenhouse gas emissions.
- Provide consumer information on new vehicle's fuel efficiency.
- Investigate road pricing and boost funding for alternatives to roading (cycling, walking, bus, rail) through Transfund and councils.
Read the NEEC strategy in full (new window).
Source of information
The information on this page is sourced from the Sustainable Living programme (opens in a new window).
Last reviewed: 18 Aug 2008 2:06pm
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