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Written question asked by Lord Berkeley (Labour) on Thursday, 22 July 2021, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 5 August 2021. It was answered by Baroness Vere of Norbiton (Conservative) on Tuesday, 3 August 2021 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Transport: Carbon Emissions

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what is the current percentage of carbon dioxide emissions attributed to (1) road, (2) rail, (3) air, and (4) shipping, including any UK share on international routes.

Answer

The most recent confirmed greenhouse gas statistics, for transport in 2019, attribute 66% of emissions to road transport, 1% to rail, 23% to domestic and international aviation, and 8% to domestic and international shipping.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL2290
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Aviation Railways Roads Shipping Carbon emissions
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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