{"id":51220,"date":"2024-09-17T11:17:08","date_gmt":"2024-09-17T10:17:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.innovationnewsnetwork.com\/?p=51220"},"modified":"2024-09-17T11:17:08","modified_gmt":"2024-09-17T10:17:08","slug":"uk-awards-88m-to-boost-electric-vans-and-zero-emission-vehicles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.innovationnewsnetwork.com\/uk-awards-88m-to-boost-electric-vans-and-zero-emission-vehicles\/51220\/","title":{"rendered":"UK awards \u00a388m to boost electric vans and zero-emission vehicles"},"content":{"rendered":"
This significant investment into green transport will drive the UK closer to its net-zero targets by fostering innovation in the automotive sector, reducing emissions, and generating thousands of skilled jobs across the country.<\/p>\n
This funding will support 46 projects and forms part of a broader strategy to transition to greener, cleaner modes of transport, which is essential for the UK to meet its climate goals.<\/p>\n
Electric vans, in particular, are a key focus, as they offer a practical solution for industries that rely on road transport while reducing environmental impact.<\/p>\n
Announced by the Minister for Industry and Decarbonisation, Sarah Jones, the \u00a388m funding package includes \u00a344.5m from the government, matched by \u00a343.5m from private industry.<\/p>\n
This joint initiative will propel the development of electric vans, zero-emission buses<\/a>, and other green vehicles, from commercial fleets to public services like the NHS and Royal Mail.<\/p>\n A significant portion of this funding is earmarked for electric vans, which are central to reducing emissions in sectors like logistics and delivery.<\/p>\n With rising demand for goods and services, electric vans offer a sustainable alternative to diesel-powered vehicles, particularly in urban areas where air quality and pollution are significant concerns.<\/p>\n By transitioning to electric vans, businesses can drastically lower their carbon footprint while also benefiting from reduced operating costs in the long term.<\/p>\n Additionally, projects are being supported to develop wireless charging solutions, further simplifying the integration of electric vehicles into everyday operations.<\/p>\n Jones commented: \u201cLabour is committed to boosting the jewel in the crown of our manufacturing base \u2013 the automotive industry.<\/p>\n \u201cWorking in partnership with industry, this funding will drive innovation and propel the development of next-generation zero-emission vehicle technologies.<\/p>\n \u201cFrom Royal Mail trucks delivering our post to cleaner, greener bus journeys, this funding will back projects that will lower emissions across the country while also supporting skilled jobs.\u201d<\/p>\n Among the projects receiving a share of Government funding are two industry leaders: Protean Electric and Gordon Murray Group. These companies are at the forefront of electric vehicle technology and innovation.<\/p>\nKey Projects leading the charge<\/h3>\n