Environmental stories tagged with: transport

Free bikes, free buses and a modern parking system will make Cardiff a beacon for sustainable travel in Wales thanks to a £28.5 million investment by the Welsh Assembly Government and Cardiff Council.

Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery technology shows significant promise for hybrid and electric vehicle applications in terms of its comparatively high power and energy density, and ability to retain charge for extended periods.

Targeting young people with information about alternatives to the car at key 'trigger points' in their lives could boost use of public transport more effectively, according to new research published today by Transport Minister Rosie Winterton.

A new Agency to manage Britain's commitment to biofuels was established yesterdat by Transport Secretary Ruth Kelly.

In the House of Lords, today, the Queen set out the Labour Government's programme for the coming year.  Here is a brief overview of the environmental elements of the Queen's Speech.

More people walk, cycle and use public transport after using personal travel planning (PTP) schemes, research unveiled today by Transport Minister Rosie Winterton shows.

Professor Julia King has issued her interim analytical report as part of her independent Review of low-carbon cars. "Part I: the potential for CO2 reduction" sets out the environmental challenge for road transport and looks at the scope for emissions savings from more efficient vehicle technologies, cleaner fuels and smart consumer choices.

£20m of new Government funding will support UK research to develop new low carbon vehicles that could be on the road within 5 to 7 years.

For six hours this Sunday a nine mile route in London will be cleared of all traffic, except for 38,000 bicycles.

We all prefer the proverbial carrot rather than the stick.  Croydon Council is not offering a carrot, but it is offering the chance of a slap-up meal for taking part in its Commuter Challenge.

Worried that the world's concern about pollution in China is not good for its reputation, China is attempting some bold steps to get people out of their cars.