Composite Transport Sustainability Index: Cross-country Assessment Towards Climate Neutrality in the Context of the European Green Deal Targets

Energy Proceedings. Vol.21: Sustainable Energy Solutions for a Post-COVID Recovery towards a Better Future. Part 4 2021
Kristiāna Dolge, Dagnija Blumberga

This study assesses the overall sustainability level of the transport sector in all European Union member states and the UK using the composite sustainability index methodology for cross-country comparison. The composite transport sustainability index included 15 different indicators grouped into 4 main dimensions – mobility, sustainability, innovation, and environmental. Results show high potential for increasing transport sustainability in all countries included in the study. Sweden and the Netherlands can be seen as benchmarks for achieving higher long-term sustainability. Most countries are lagging behind in innovating transportation systems by providing the necessary infrastructure for electric vehicles and alternative fuel cars. More emphasis should be placed on increasing the share of public transport in total passenger transport.

Atslēgas vārdi
transport sector, sustainability assessment, composite index, indicators, cross-country comparison
DOI
10.46855/energy-proceedings-9350

Dolge, K., Blumberga, D. Composite Transport Sustainability Index: Cross-country Assessment Towards Climate Neutrality in the Context of the European Green Deal Targets. No: Energy Proceedings. Vol.21: Sustainable Energy Solutions for a Post-COVID Recovery towards a Better Future. Part 4, Taizeme, Bangkok, 15. nov.-5. dec.., 2021. Sweden: Scanditale AB, 2021, 1.-6.lpp. ISSN 2004-2965. Pieejams: doi:10.46855/energy-proceedings-9350

Publikācijas valoda
English (en)