Project
ECOSTARS - ECO Stars Europe
Funding origin:
European
STRIA Roadmaps:
Other ()
Transport mode:
Road
Transport sectors:
Passenger transport
Freight transport
Project website:
Duration:
Start date: 01/06/2011,
End date: 01/05/2014
Status: Finished
Funding details:
Overview
Background & policy context:
The first local ECOSTARS scheme was established in South Yorkshire in 2009 as part of a larger programme of measures to improve local air quality. As heavy industry in the area had declined, the impact of road transport on local air quality had increased, with commercial vehicles making a significant contribution to local emissions.
The results from the project in South Yorkshire were positive, and the project has now been extended to include other European cities with similar problems.
Objectives:
ECOSTARS strives towards fulfilling the following objectives:
- To increase the energy efficiency of freight distribution by giving recognition and publicity to transport operators using sustainable practices in their procurement and management processes;
- To encourage the faster introduction of vehicles using clean fuel technologies;
- To encourage the development of energy efficient driving schemes and operational management practices;
- To promote the auditing and certification of freight operators using a Europe-wide approach to sustainable practices in freight operations.
Methodology:
This project is divided into seven different work packages:
- Work Package 1: Project Management
Led by Transport & Travel Research - Work Package 2: Stakeholder Engagement
Led by WSP Group - Work Package 3: ECOSTARS Common Scheme Standards
Led by Transport & Travel Research - Work Package 4: Communications and Promotional Material
Led by Polis - Work Package 5: Local Implementation
Led by Municipality of Rotterdam - Work Package 6: Monitoring and Evaluation
Led by ISIS - Work Package 7: EACI Dissemination Activities
Led by Transport & Travel Research
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