The Group of Seven (G7) nations have confirmed their commitment to reducing carbon emissions in the road sector by 2030 and achieving net-zero emissions on roads by 2050. The G7 statement highlighted various policies, including achieving 100% sales of zero-emission vehicles in the light-duty vehicle category by 2035 and promoting infrastructure and sustainable fuels. The document also noted the potential for over 50% of zero-emission LDVs to be sold globally by 2030. The news was reported by RushHourDaily’ G7 team and edited by Simon Cameron-Moore, and the article adheres to the Thomson RushHourDaily Trust Principles.
The Group of Seven (G7) countries have recently released a statement affirming their commitment to a highly decarbonised road sector by 2030. The countries made their announcement after a virtual meeting and called on other nations to join in the effort.
The statement recommends that G7 countries set ambitious goals for decarbonising the road sector and renewing transport infrastructure. In order to achieve the goal of a highly decarbonised road sector by 2030, they advocate for utilising and deploying existing and emerging low-carbon solutions and investing in sustainable transport solutions and infrastructure.
The G7 countries encouraged other nations to join the effort in achieving low emissions and decarbonising the transportation sector. The statement also highlights the need to integrate green and digital technologies and prioritise clean transport in line with national, regional and local strategies.
The G7 members also signed a document encouraging other countries to become part of the forthcoming G7 Initiative on Highways of the Future. The initiative seeks to promote collaboration on low-carbon transport solutions and accelerate the adoption of new technologies by helping governments to identify needs and investments as well as to share the best practices.
The G7 members pledge to create a partnership to help promote the transition to an energy-efficient and low-carbon transportation system. The countries will continue to share experiences, expertise and financial resources to reduce emissions, create clean mobility systems and develop renewable energies in the transport sector.
The G7 countries’ commitment to a highly decarbonised road sector by 2030 is a monumental step forward in the fight against climate change. It is encouraging to see the nations working in partnership to help reduce carbon emissions and move towards a sustainable transport system. It is hoped that other countries will follow suit and take up the challenge of a decarbonised transport system.
