Sunday, August 18, 2013

IEA shows benefits of improved energy efficiency of urban transport systems


As energy consumption for transport in cities is expected to double by 2050, report sees potential savings of up to USD 70 trillion

Policies that improve the energy efficiency of urban transport systems could help save as much as USD 70 trillion in spending on vehicles, fuel and transportation infrastructure between now and 2050, according to a new report from the International Energy Agency.

The report, A Tale of Renewed Cities, draws on examples from more than 30 cities across the globe to show how to improve transport efficiency through better urban planning and travel demand management. Extra benefits include lower greenhouse-gas emissions and higher quality of life.

See full Press Release: http://www.iea.org/newsroomandevents/pressreleases/2013/july/name,39543,en.html