{"id":66206,"date":"2020-12-15T13:51:44","date_gmt":"2020-12-15T12:51:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sonnenseite.com\/?p=66206"},"modified":"2020-12-15T13:51:45","modified_gmt":"2020-12-15T12:51:45","slug":"all-new-trucks-sold-must-be-fossil-free-by-2040","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sonnenseite.com\/en\/mobility\/all-new-trucks-sold-must-be-fossil-free-by-2040\/","title":{"rendered":"All new trucks sold must be fossil free by 2040"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

… agree truck makers and climate researchers<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In an unprecedented science-backed statement, Europe\u2019s truck manufacturers have concluded that by 2040 all new trucks sold need to be fossil free in order to reach carbon-neutrality by 2050. It will be possible to meet this target provided the right charging\/refuelling infrastructure is built and a coherent policy framework is put into place, including comprehensive CO2 pricing to drive the transition. To develop their roadmap to carbon-neutrality by 2050 at the latest, the CEOs of Europe\u2019s commercial vehicle manufacturers, under the umbrella of the European Automobile Manufacturers\u2019 Association (ACEA), have joined forces with leading scientists from the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research (PIK).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cClimate change is the most fundamental challenge of our generation. At the same time, the raging COVID-19 pandemic has put the spotlight on the crucial role that road transport and logistics play to ensure that food, medicines and other essential goods are available to those who need them,\u201d stated Henrik Henriksson, Chair of ACEA\u2019s Commercial Vehicle Board and CEO of Scania.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cIf road freight transport is to maintain its role in serving society, we need to move away from fossil fuels as quickly as possible. Not only are we convinced that it is necessary, we know it is possible and we are ready to make it happen. But we cannot do it alone; we need policymakers and other stakeholders to join forces with us.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A joint declaration by ACEA and PIK, published today, outlines the roadmap and conditions for transforming the road freight transport system. Alongside investments by the commercial vehicle industry, this includes policy options such as road charges based on CO2 emissions, and an energy taxation system based on carbon and energy content. A dense network of charging and refuelling infrastructure suitable for trucks is also crucial for the operation of low- and zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles. According to ACEA and PIK, a sound CO2 emissions pricing system could be one of the most effective instruments, as zero-emission vehicles simply will not take off as long as diesel remains cheaper.
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\u201cScience shows us that if we want to avoid crossing dangerous tipping points in the Earth system, we need to act today \u2013 combining all available solutions to make a rapid shift to carbon-neutrality,\u201d says Earth system scientist, Johan Rockstr\u00f6m of PIK. \u201cZero-emission vehicles will not only bring down CO2 emissions, they will also further improve air quality levels \u2013 a factor of crucial significance for human health.\u201d
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Rockstr\u00f6m: \u201cA first step has been taken with the ACEA\/PIK cooperation, as industry and science start to work together in a strategic partnership to accelerate the transition, on the basis of scientific information.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n