CleanTechnica•22 days ago
New Ticketing Rules Would Still Mean 43% of EU’s Busiest Cross-Border Flight Routes Are Hard or Impossible to Book by Train
Key Takeaway
Inadequate EU rail ticketing policies will slow the electrification of transport, impacting future electricity demand growth and decarbonization targets for developers and large power consumers.
AI Summary
- •New EU regulations (EU Passenger Package) are insufficient to make cross-border train travel a viable alternative for 43% of the busiest flight routes, due to persistent booking and compensation issues.
- •This regulatory gap hinders the broader adoption of electrified rail, implying slower-than-anticipated load growth from the transport sector for power developers and IPPs.
- •Large power consumers aiming to decarbonize their supply chains via rail may continue to face significant logistical challenges and limited options in the EU.
- •The continued reliance on more carbon-intensive aviation due to these rail limitations will impact overall EU emissions reduction targets.
Topics
emissionspolicy
Article Content
Despite being a huge leap for passenger rights, the EU Passenger Package will not ensure those taking international trains will always be able to get on the next train or be compensated in the event of a delay, hindering a broader adoption of rail, T&E said. New EU rules on ... [continued] The post New Ticketing Rules Would Still Mean 43% of EU’s Busiest Cross-Border Flight Routes Are Hard or Impossible to Book by Train appeared first on CleanTechnica .