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Project Code [18/RDD/00353]
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Project title
Desktop study to assess potential mitigation measures that would reduce CO2 and/or air pollutant emissions from the existing Irish heavy duty vehicle fleet
Primary Funding Agency
Sustainable Energy Authority Ireland
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport
Lead Organisation
University College Cork (UCC)
Project Abstract
This study will review international best practice and benchmark the Irish HGV fleet against other comparator countries, followed by the quantitative assessment of select policies and measures with generic (LEAP, TIMES) and bespoke simulation and optimization-based transport modelling tools emissions and air quality impacts. Consultation with industry and stakeholders in terms of their practices, preferences and behaviours will inform the quantitative assessments and provide a qualitative layer for selection of measures. Review of international best practice, the model-based assessment and consultation will inform the process of identifying options for decarbonisation of and reduction of pollutant emissions from heavy goods vehicles sector in Ireland at least cost.
Grant Approved
�93,392.00
Research Theme
Climate Solutions, Transition Management and Opportunities
Initial Projected Completion Date
31/12/2019