Book Description
The EU has declared its clear intention to transition to a more sustainable and low-carbon economy; decarbonisation of the transport system is at the centre of this effort. Towards this goal, the electric vehicle revolution has been set in motion, and Europe is preparing to lead the way. This Results Pack on Electric Vehicles highlights 10 projects funded by the Horizon 2020 research and innovation funding programme delivering Europe's green mobility targets. Transport is an essential component of robust societies, connecting people, underpinning trade, and fostering growth. However, it is a major environmental burden. In Europe alone, the transport sector is responsible for around one quarter of greenhouse gas emissions, significantly hindering the EU's goals towards climate neutrality. The European Green Deal emphasises that transport must become 'drastically less polluting,' which translates into a 90 % emissions reduction by 2050 compared to current levels if genuine progress is to be made. Furthermore, the EU Sustainable and Smart Mobility Strategy, adopted in 2020, put European transport on track for a future with significantly reduced emissions.