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Air Emissions Management
A typical reduction of carbon monoxide emissions as a result of controlling speeds on the M25.
Issue
Recent advances in technology have delivered significant reductions in vehicle emissions. However, they continue to be an important factor in both local air quality and levels of greenhouse gases. Significant emissions, such as fine particles, can also arise from construction and maintenance activities.
Objective
To take practical steps to minimise emissions. This includes appropriate highway designs to influence vehicle operation plus controls on the performance of contractors. In addition we seek to encourage our partners in the vehicle and construction industries to play their part in reducing emissions.
Actions will include:
Working in partnership with Local Authorities towards the delivery of the National Air Quality Strategy. - Maintaining and supporting our guidance on air quality assessment, making available our air quality monitoring data via the internet.
- Working to develop and evaluate traffic control systems which reduce vehicle emissions.
- Working towards improved performance in emissions control during construction/maintenance activities.
