Registration opens for ITT Hub 2022
Registration is now open for Innovation and Technology in Transport – ITT Hub 2022.
New guidance for electricians joining the EV market
A newly launched guide aimed at electricians who want to join the growing electric vehicle (EV) market has been launched by UK Power Networks and the Electrical Contractors Association (ECA). The guide gives electricians all the information they need to begin connecting chargers for the increasing number of electric cars and vans. The network operator estimates that […]
New Abellio London Bus MD targets electric bus growth in 2022
The new Managing Director of Abellio London Bus is targeting further electrification of more routes during 2022.
Transport facing tough road to net zero, report finds
A new report commissioned by insurer Zurich UK and conducted by the University of the West of England highlights transport as one of the sectors that will struggle most to reduce emissions and meet UK Net Zero targets.
Mayor sets out London’s net zero plans
The Mayor of London has announced the city’s net zero strategy and the actions required to reduce air pollution, tackle the climate emergency and cut congestion in the capital – including the possible introduction of road user charging by the end of the decade.
Majority support tighter EU car emissions rules and are willing to pay
A large majority of people support stronger EU air pollution rules for carmakers to make vehicles as clean as possible, a new YouGov survey shows.
Mitie hits EV fleet conversion target ahead of schedule
UK facilities management company Mitie has accelerated past its target to convert 30% of its fleet to zero emission electric vehicles (EVs) by March 2022 – three months ahead of schedule.
Video shows how to switch HGV fleet to natural gas
Industry trade body, the Gas Vehicle Network (GVN), has launched a short video which highlights how to make the switch to gas as a transport fuel, the opportunity for road haulage, and the potential fuel cost savings that are possible.
Energy Digitalisation Taskforce publishes recommendations for digitalised Net Zero energy system
A new report by the Energy Digitalisation Taskforce is recommending greater control for consumers over their data to build trust, plug and play options for innovators to enable interoperability with the energy system, and mandated carbon monitoring – as key drivers to accelerate Net Zero.
Manchester data centre to install hydrogen-ready fuel cell to provide clean energy
Teledata has announced that it will be installing a scalable 1.2MW hydrogen-ready fuel cell microgrid to provide clean energy to its Wythenshawe facility.
Britain’s energy networks announce ambitious plans for 2022
Britain’s energy networks have announced ambitious plans for the year ahead, led by Energy Networks Association (ENA) which brings together all of Britain’s network companies and industry stakeholders to help transform the way our energy networks operate through its industry backed Open Networks programme.
Volta Trucks partners with The Crown Estate and Clipper Logistics
Volta Trucks has partnered with The Crown Estate, one of the West End of London’s largest property owners, and Clipper Logistics, its distribution provider, to decarbonise and consolidate deliveries into London’s world-famous Regent Street retailers, improving air quality and congestion in the city centre.