Tag: Slowing
Slowing down to ramp up: why net zero mobility needs degrowth
Electrification is a necessary step towards sustainable mobility. However, it has never been sufficient. Mobility in the twenty-first century will necessitate more than simply switching to a cleaner energy source, writes Andreas Budiman. WEBWIRE – Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Decarbonising transport takes vast amounts of resources. According to a new study published within the LOCOMOTION project, achieving net zero by mid-century might deplete manganese, nickel and graphite reserves, materials which make decarbonisation possible in the first place. The study used four scenarios to explore what it would take to decarbonise transport by 80% by 2050, each driven by a specific ... Read more