Towards a more sustainable transport system

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Towards a more sustainable transport system

Transport underpins our society. It connects people, cities, countries and economies, fostering growth and employment. Nevertheless, transport remains a major source of environmental pressures in Europe, accounting for more than a fifth of greenhouse gas emissions, most of which are generated by road transport.

The TERM annual reports monitor the progress of the transport sector towards key EU policy targets and better environmental performance

Transport and environment report 2021

Explore our data table on CO2 emissions from new passenger cars

Emissions from heavy-duty vehicles are increasing

Greenhouse gas emissions from heavy-duty vehicles — trucks, buses and coaches — have increased in the European Union almost every year since 2014, mainly due to increasing demand for freight transport.

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