Australia Urged to Prioritize Public Transport Over EVs to Meet Climate Goals: New Study
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Monash University's Climateworks Centre's research highlights the need for Australia to focus on public transport and rail freight to meet climate goals.
Electric vehicles alone are insufficient to prevent surpassing emissions targets.
The report advocates for a transition to zero emissions vehicles and increased use of public and active transport.
Governments are urged to set targets and invest in necessary infrastructure to support sustainable transport.
NSW and Victoria are already taking steps toward increasing sustainable transport modes.
More action is required at both state and federal levels to achieve significant emission reductions in the transport sector.
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