1、Rail Decarbonization:Global Outlook What are the next steps to achieve net zero by 2050 for rail stakeholders in various parts of the world?This third article in our rail decarbonization series looks at the current state of railway systems around the world and presents actions to accelerate progress
2、 toward net zero.The recommendations we provide for rail stakeholders build upon the ecosystem perspective(Figure 1 below)explored in the first article,which discusses how rail decarbonization is inextricably linked to the wider transport sector,energy sector and built environment.The major steps th
3、e rail sector needs to take to decarbonize are outlined in the second article.In addition,the first two articles address how to achieve a shift from road and aviation to rail,a short-term means to reduce the substantial emissions from the transportation sector.Table of ContentsIntroduction .1Africa
4、.5Asia.8Australia and New Zealand .12Canada.16Continental Europe and the Nordics .20Latin America .25Middle East.28United Kingdom.32United States.36Conclusion.40June 5,2024This is the third article in a series.Click below to read the first two articles.IntroductionArticle 1 Rail Decarbonization:An E
5、cosystem PerspectiveArticle 2 Rail Decarbonization:Strategic Pivot Rail Decarbonization:Global Outlook2Our rail decarbonization series recognizes that decarbonization is a change process on a global level and across all sectors and industries.However,complacency within the rail industryresulting fro
6、m the perception that rail is sufficiently greenimpedes the bold,immediate action needed to reduce embodied carbon in rail infrastructure and,at the same time,avoid falling behind increasingly decarbonizing road-based travel.An awakening among stakeholders is needed,and ownership,rather than delegat