Transport plans
A better and more sustainable transport management can have a range of benefits for the environment and human health. Transport is the biggest single energy user in the UK, and is one of the major sources of emissions of carbon dioxide. Local authorities actively promote alternative modes of travel instead of the car and FE providers are also actively initiating transport plans.
The rationale for implementing travel plans covers a wide range of areas:
- Reducing CO2 output
- Reducing air pollution that can cause Asthma
- Reducing congestion including implications of current or future congestion charging
- Fitness: encouraging walking and cycling
- Cost savings
- Legislation
- Improved public image education, awareness
Help and advice
Sustrans, a leading sustainable transport charity, works with schools to establish cycle routes and improve public transport.
The Energy Saving Trust is the main source of information, advice and support on ways to improve your transport management.
It promotes cleaner, lower-carbon vehicles and fuels, eco-friendly driving techniques and low-carbon transport alternatives. It offers a free fleet consultancy to any organisation running at least 50 vehicles, to provide practical advice on how to reduce fleet costs, cut vehicle emissions, improve social and environmental relations, and minimise traffic and parking problems.
Living Streets is the national charity that works to create safe, attractive and enjoyable streets. They run Walk to Work Week and support workplaces to get everyone walking more in their working day; whether to, from or during work.
Continue the journey
More information about sustainable transport can be found in the Building and Estates section.