The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) welcomes the Low Carbon Strategy Call for Ideas which summarises the progress while looking at opportunities and challenges for low carbon fuel alternatives in the transport sector.
The Low Carbon Strategy Call for Ideas will aid the Government to collect feedback on the development of a long-term low carbon fuels strategy for the transport sector and where the priorities lay.
‘Greener fuels are critical for the transition to net-zero,’ commented Grant Shapps MP Secretary of State for Transport. He added: ‘Low carbon fuels (LCFs) have been instrumental in reducing the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions for more than a decade.’
He added: ‘The continued adoption of low carbon fuels will complement the shift towards public transport, active travel and electric vehicles.’
The Strategy’s goal is to deliver net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 by setting a clear and practical vision for low carbon fuels.
Gordon Balmer, PRA Executive Director, commented: ‘The PRA welcomes the Department for Transport’s Low Carbon Strategy Call for Ideas as it recognises the role low carbon fuels plays in reducing UK’s emissions.’
‘It is encouraging to see that the Government is committed to investing in low carbon fuels and will be consulting with industry stakeholders to help shape its strategy. The PRA was actively involved in the smooth introduction of E10 petrol and will respond to this consultation and actively liaise with the Department for Transport.
‘We will call for a clear roadmap, realistic targets and substantial, well-targeted investments, which will be vital during this transition.’
