Build cleaner long-distance travel solutions
Engage politicians to drive lighter-touch long distance travel solutions
Use your voice to push the need for clean transport to state and federal governments.
With Scandinavia leading the world on electric ferries and the NSW Government recently pledging to convert its 8,000 diesel buses to electric by 2030, we are on the way to lighter-touch long distance travelling. But we need to travel faster: driving politicians to instigate and support long distance travel solutions that result in fewer emissions and cleaner, low-carbon fleets. Electric buses, trams and ferries are a reality right now, with driverless electric cars to move us in the future.
There are a number of ways in which you can use your voice to push the need for clean transport to state and federal governments including supporting organisations and campaigns that are focused on that mission.
Australia
Contact your local MP
Contacting your MP to let them know how important the switch to electrification of our transport systems is is one of the most effective ways of making positive change. Before you make contact, make sure you’ve done some research on their position on climate change and energy policy.
- Find your local MP here and get in touch
Solar Citizens
Solar Citizens are an independent organisation aiming to protect and grow renewable energy in Australia, running campaigns that utilise people power to put pressure on decision makers and bring about a renewable Australian future.
Beyond Zero Emissions
Beyond Zero Emissions is a think tank focused on enabling Australia’s switch to zero emissions, publishing research to inspire political leadership and accelerate policy change. They are powered by a wide network of volunteers that willingly give their expertise in engineering, science, economics, business, finance and communications to create climate solutions. You can help further their cause by signing up to volunteer or donating.
International
IEA
The International Energy Agency works globally to shape energy policies for a secure and sustainable future, leading a variety of programmes, training and initiatives, helping ensure energy security, tracking clean energy transitions.
Transport & Environment
Transport & Environment campaign across Europe and the UK for clean transport that is affordable and has minimal impacts on health and the environment. They lobby governments directly at all levels as well as running information events and public campaigns.
C40 Cities
C40 Cities is a global allegiance of cities pushing for greater climate action. They are working with the International Transport Woeker’s Federation to support the improvement, expansion, and electrification of urban public transport as a way of greening transportation and encouraging people to use public transport.
Know of any other groups or resources? Share your ideas.
Engaging politicians to prioritise cleaner long distance travel solutions is part of a larger collective response. Click here to read more.
