Transport transition

The transport transition is our opportunity to change the world. Switching to electric transport and more efficient public transport will enable us to drastically reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality.  

How can we travel sustainably? 

How can we get from A to B more quickly without putting extra pressure on the environment? To accomplish this aim, it is important to reduce CO2 emissions. The transport sector consumes about a third of Europe’s energy and is responsible for approximately a quarter of all greenhouse gas emissions. This sector therefore plays a key role in the green transition of our society. Solutions such as fossil-free fuels, a reliable and accessible charging infrastructure, and new data-driven technologies are all essential. Switching to energy-efficient transport and logistics processes can also benefit companies by loweri

The role of innovation 

Innovation plays a crucial role in the transport transition. New technologies, such as autonomous vehicles, smart traffic systems and advanced battery technologies can make transport significantly more efficient and sustainable. For example, autonomous vehicles can ensure smoother traffic flows and reduce traffic congestion, while smart traffic systems use real-time data to optimise traffic flows and reduce journey times. Advanced battery technologies are making it possible to charge electric vehicles faster and provide greater range, thus encouraging more consumers and companies to go electric. 

A fundamental rethink regarding mobility 

The transport transition requires a fundamental rethink regarding mobility, with a shift in focus towards greening, efficiency and well-being. This could result in concrete efforts to reduce noise, make our streets safer and more pleasant places to be and to lower the risk of accidents. According to estimates by the European Environment Agency, 113 million people in Europe are exposed to unhealthy levels of traffic noise. We can address this through targeted traffic management using acoustic monitoring. Quieter road surfaces and noise barriers are also part of the solution. 

Improving quality of life 

With increasing traffic and more commuters, many people want to be able to spend time in attractive public spaces. Therefore, the transition also serves to enhance quality of life. This requires close cooperation between governments, businesses and citizens. Measures could include promoting walking and cycling as healthy and environmentally-friendly alternatives for short distances, and investing in reliable public transport to reduce dependence on private transport.  

Towards a fair, sustainable future 

This transition is not just about technological change, but also about moving towards a fairer, more sustainable world. By working together and committing fully to green technologies, we can create a future where clean air, quiet streets and a healthy planet are viewed as normal. Let us seize this opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact for ourselves and the generations to follow. 

Transport transition: the connecting link

The transport transition is essential for a cleaner and more livable future. By shifting to fossil-free fuels, electric vehicles, and more efficient public transport, we not only reduce greenhouse gas emissions but also contribute to better air quality and safer, quieter streets. This transition is closely linked to other changes: sustainable energy solutions, innovative industrial processes, and smart urban developments reinforce each other and enable sustainable mobility. Discover how our approach connects the transport transition with urban, energy, and industrial transitions.

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