Including the closely related terms electric vehicle, and electric vehicles.
… by the council, our communities, and partners. TRANSPORT Transport is one of the biggest contributors of carbon emissions in Gateshead. A shift to low or zero-emissions vehicles has great potential to reduce carbon emissions and improve air quality. Encouraging active travel (walking or cycling) and public transport as alternatives to private cars are important ways to reduce the environmental…
… of electric or other low-carbon vehicles within the Council’s fleet. • Support ‘agile working’ by expanding the use of digital technology to minimise paper use and reduce the need for staff travel • Encourage the expansion of charging facilities for electric vehicles *FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF ACTIONS: PLEASE GO TO PAGE 15 HOUSING Better insulated homes are warmer and have lower heating…
… it. Reduce the number of journeys made by staff by car, particularly those with a single occupant. Relevant transport policies will support a Council-wide commitment to sustainable transport. Encourage the expansion of charging facilities for electric vehicles. Increase the use of electric or other low-carbon vehicles within the Council’s fleet. Use digital route planning software to minimise…