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GMPB — September 25th — Brussels Bets on 400,000 Zero-Emission Trucks as Europe Rethinks Transport Competitiveness

Headlines: Commission targets 400,000 zero-emission trucks by 2030 under electrification plan EU SAF supply reaches 2.79% as imported feedstocks dominate ReFuelEU market EESC calls for transport rule simplification while warning against deregulation Global rail market grows as access for European suppliers continues to decline EU automotive research needs faster route

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GMPB -16 January 2026 – Cyprus Presidency Priorities, Battery Booster Scrutiny, CO₂ Cars and Freight Modal Shift

Headlines: Cyprus presidency frames transport and energy as competitiveness and connectivity enablers Council draft agendas signal early sequencing of transport, energy and industrial files under the Cyprus presidency. ITRE presses Commission on ‘battery booster’ funding model as MEPs split over scale, trade defence and technology neutrality FuelsEurope says CO₂ car

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From the Green Mobility Magazine

Seven Financing Strategies for Sustainable Urban Transport

Financing sustainable urban mobility is a critical challenge for cities aiming to reduce their carbon footprint and enhance the quality of life for residents. As urban populations continue to grow, the need for efficient, eco-friendly transport systems has never been more pressing. This article explores various financing strategies and innovative models which cities can employ to fund sustainable transport initiatives. From public-private partnerships to land value capture and green bonds, we explore the mechanisms that can drive the transition towards more sustainable urban transport systems, highlighting successful case studies and the role of policy in fostering green mobility solutions. 1.Public-Private Partnerships and Risk Diversification One strategy is adopting public-private partnerships, as the government can share operational and financial risks with

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Myth-Busting: Aviation Tax Can Unlock Fresh Flows of Climate Finance

When workers fill up their cars during their commute in the UK or EU, they pay more tax on petrol than an international airline does when filling up a plane with jet fuel. In fact, the airline pays no tax whatsoever. Despite widespread belief, this anomaly is, in many cases, not the result of restrictions under international law but more a question of political will. Exempting international jet fuel from tax presents a huge missed opportunity for untapped financial flows that could be instrumental in driving the green transition. Aviation’s Privileged Tax Regime Aviation’s climate impact is already high and only getting worse. The industry is responsible for 4% of all global heating and could be producing as much as

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From Colonial Roads to Green Mobility: Financing the Sahel’s Sustainable Transport Future

The Sahel, a region spanning West and Central Africa, is no stranger to hardship. From its arid landscapes to its political challenges, the area has long been at the centre of discussions on security, development, and climate change. But beneath these more prominent issues lies a critical challenge that has received far less attention: transportation. The region’s current transport systems, largely inherited from the colonial era [1], are crumbling and inadequate. Built primarily to serve the resource extraction needs of European powers, these outdated roads and railways are now choking the region’s economic growth and isolating communities. However, the Sahel finds itself at a crossroads as the global conversation shifts toward sustainability. There is a growing recognition that green mobility

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