Zero Emission Transport Examples
In the Netherlands, bicycles are the most common means of transport after cars in daily life. According to Cycling in the Netherlands, 27% of daily trips are made by bicycle (in cities, this rate reaches up to 38% in Amsterdam). Especially the city of Groningen holds the title of 'World Bicycle City' with 57% bicycle usage rates. There are 35,000 km of separated and protected bicycle paths. There are infrastructures that minimize vehicle-bicycle interaction at all intersections and roads. Long distances are also easily accessible thanks to 'cycle highways' extending from Leiden to Arnhem-Nijmegen.
The OV-fiets system is a national bicycle sharing network operated by Dutch Railways (NS). As of 2024, it consists of 22,000 bicycles and 282 stations; providing 5.9 million annual usage. The system integrated with train stations supports last-mile transportation with the 'train+bicycle' combination without carbon emissions.
The Netherlands, with decisions taken in 2015, allows only new purchases of zero-emission buses by 2025. It is planned that the entire bus fleet will be electric or hydrogen-powered by 2030. 47% of the fleet in Groningen and Drenthe is electric. A rapid transition is taking place in cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Utrecht.
The Netherlands aims to equip state fleets with alternative fuels such as methanol and hydrogen through the 'Green Deal on Maritime and Inland Shipping' agreement. The TNO-supported MENENS project tests the integration of methanol fuel systems into ships. Additionally, a large-scale facility is being established in Delfzijl for sustainable methanol production. This is critical infrastructure for both eco-friendly ships and green energy sources.
Starting from 2025, 'zero emission zones (ZEZ)' for logistics vehicles became active in 14 Dutch cities (including Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Utrecht, The Hague, and Eindhoven). In these zones, cargo vehicles switch to electric vehicles or cargo bicycles to reduce carbon emissions. Strong incentive policies are being implemented in cities. Logistics companies are supported with vehicle options that comply with ZEZ rules within the EU scope.
Türkiye's Net Zero Emission Target: Transport Roadmap Project
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