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Open Access 2020 | Open Access | Book

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The Future of Transport Between Digitalization and Decarbonization

Trends, Strategies and Effects on Energy Consumption

Authors: Dr. Michel Noussan, Prof. Dr. Manfred Hafner, Dr. Simone Tagliapietra

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

Book Series : SpringerBriefs in Energy

Part of: Springer Professional "Wirtschaft+Technik" , Springer Professional "Technik" , Springer Professional "Wirtschaft"

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Energy systems are rapidly transitioning towards decarbonization, thanks in part to innovative digital technologies and changing mobility demands. This open access book examines the decarbonization and digitalization transformation in the transport sector, with a particular focus on energy consumption. By studying historical trends and outlining future scenarios, the authors illustrate the evolution of energy consumption in the transport sector, compare alternative decarbonization strategies, and analyze digitalization trends and their effects on energy consumption. The book addresses a broad readership of both academics and professionals working in the energy and transport industries, as well as readers interested in the ongoing debate over energy, mobility and climate change.

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Chapter 1. The Evolution of Transport Across World Regions
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This chapter aims at providing an overview of the multiple aspects involved in passenger and freight transport, which are the base for the understanding of the energy consumption of the sector, as well as for the current trends and prospects related to digitalization and decarbonization. A brief historical discussion and some trends will be presented, followed by a description of the main modes and technologies, both for passenger and freight transport, and a final focus on the differences across world regions in mobility patterns and behaviors. The evolution of transport systems has led to very different situations worldwide, depending on different strategies related to economic development, geographical limitations and cultural, political and social aspects. Proper sustainable mobility plans need to be based on the specific characteristics of each location, and the integration between different governance levels is of utmost importance to improve the reliability, affordability, and energy performance on the entire transport system.
Michel Noussan, Manfred Hafner, Simone Tagliapietra
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Chapter 2. Decarbonization Solutions
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This chapter will be devoted to a description of the alternative decarbonization pathways that may help to decrease the dependency from fossil fuels in transport, which is currently the sector most strongly dependent on oil. Electricity, hydrogen, and biofuels are the main alternative sources for transport systems, and they will be analyzed and compared by considering the state of the art of the technologies of each pathway and the potential future development. Each transport segment and each mode have specific features, resulting in the need to evaluate dedicated applications based on the technical and economic conditions of each technological solution. Moreover, variable conditions across world regions may impact the sustainability of each pathway, particularly in relation to the current and expected power generation mix that varies from a country to another. Opportunities and challenges will be discussed to provide to the readers a clear vision on the strengths and weaknesses of each solution.
Michel Noussan, Manfred Hafner, Simone Tagliapietra
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Chapter 3. Digitalization Trends
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In parallel with the policy-driven decarbonization trend discussed in Chap. 2, the transport sector is currently affected by a bottom-up strong technological push by digital technologies at different maturity levels. Potential game changers include Mobility-as-a-Service, shared mobility, autonomous vehicles, and other effects of extra-sector digital technologies (e.g., online platforms, virtualization, e-commerce). This chapter will be dedicated to discussing the possible impact of these technologies in the transport sector, with a focus on the urban context, which is the first being affected by these changes.
Michel Noussan, Manfred Hafner, Simone Tagliapietra
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Chapter 4. Policies to Decarbonize the Transport Sector
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This chapter presents a range of policies that support an effective decarbonization of the transport sector, considering both the measures that favor a reduction and/or a modal shift of transport demand, and those that promote the spread of cleaner vehicles. The chapter also provide examples of best practices, i.e., cases in which local, national, or international authorities have attempted and been able to successfully implement these measures. Following analysis of individual policies, the chapter will look to take a more holistic approach to policy implementation. In this context, it will illustrate the governance levels that involve each singular policy, the taxation issue, potentially emerging risks, and the distributional effects deriving from the implementation of these policies.
Michel Noussan, Manfred Hafner, Simone Tagliapietra
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Title
The Future of Transport Between Digitalization and Decarbonization
Authors
Dr. Michel Noussan
Prof. Dr. Manfred Hafner
Dr. Simone Tagliapietra
Copyright Year
2020
Electronic ISBN
978-3-030-37966-7
Print ISBN
978-3-030-37965-0
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-37966-7

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