European Commission Sets "Low-Emission Mobility" Strategy, Aiming For Zero-Emission Vehicles

Last month the European Commission continued its drive towards reducing carbon emissions by releasing a low-emission mobility strategy. The strategy identifies key transportation initiatives of the European Commission and areas in which it anticipates future studies, guidance, and, ultimately, regulations and standards.

Key areas of focus include:

• Creating a market for zero-emission vehicles. The Commission is encouraging research and development on zero-emission vehicles and low-emission transportation through the European Structural and Investment Fund, Horizon2020, and other programs.
• Making the transport system more efficient. This includes developing and implementing the Cooperative Intelligent Transport systems (C-ITS), a communication system between vehicles and infrastructure previously discussed on the blog.