Question

By considering the links between transport systems, energy consumption and carbon emissions , as well as the energy requirements of different modes of land transport , discuss the ways in which the contribution of the land transport system to carbon emissions can be reduced . ( 20 marks )

Answer 1

The ways in which you can reduce the contribution of the land transport system to carbon emissions are:

1. Avoiding unnecessary trips.
2. Replacing small distance driving by cycling or walking.
3. Using public transport or ride-sharing or carpooling. (As the number of vehicles decreases, the carbon emission will decrease.)
4. If you travel alone, use motorcycles instead of cars. Similarly, avoid using an unnecessarily big vehicle if the number of passengers is small.
5. Using fuel-efficient vehicles.
6. Getting our engine tested regularly.
7. Driving smoothly without jerks decreases fuel consumption, which in turn effects carbon emission.