{"title":"What should we do about staff air travel emissions? crowdsourcing consensus and understanding division within an Australian university","authors":"Phoebe Quinn , H.Colin Gallagher , Nicole Curato , Kathryn Bowen , Lisa Gibbs","doi":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104878","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104878","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>As universities grapple with reducing the climate change impacts of staff air travel, evidence is needed on the relative popularity of possible institutional approaches. This novel empirical case study offers insights from an action research process within an Australian university using Polis, an online wiki survey platform that enabled simultaneous crowdsourcing and collective evaluation of suggestions. Our in-depth qualitative-quantitative analysis of over 170 participants’ opinions spans matters of urgency and responsibility, ways to reduce lower priority flying, and mechanisms for reducing emissions from necessary flights. Opinions were diverse, with tensions between individual and institutional responsibility and disagreements over the relative priority of flight emissions reduction versus the benefits of flying. Frequent fliers and men were more likely to express resistance to change. Nonetheless, broad consensus was found on many specific initiatives and principles, indicating ‘low hanging fruit’ that may be prioritised in efforts to progress through this collective action problem.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23277,"journal":{"name":"Transportation Research Part D-transport and Environment","volume":"146 ","pages":"Article 104878"},"PeriodicalIF":7.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144557301","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nils Lehmann, George Panagakos, Michael Bruhn Barfod
{"title":"Impact assessment of regulations on container shipping decarbonization: An evidence-based case study","authors":"Nils Lehmann, George Panagakos, Michael Bruhn Barfod","doi":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104902","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104902","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This case study explores the impact of four IMO and EU regulations addressing the green transition challenges of international shipping. The effects of these regulations on a sample fleet are evaluated through an optimization model, and the possibility of replacing the criticized IMO regulation on Carbon Intensity Indicator (CII) with a mid-term measure combination is examined. The results reveal that while current regulations incentivize energy efficiency measures and alternative fuel adoption, more is needed to meet the targets. The study stresses the importance of stronger incentives to encourage investments in green fuels and accelerate the industry’s transition. The results imply that an IMO mid-term technical–economic measure combination offers greater flexibility and cost-effectiveness in reduction strategies, potentially overcoming the limitations of the existing CII. Although the study can contribute to the ongoing discourse on the recently agreed IMO Net-Zero Framework, it mainly aims at assisting shipping companies navigate current regulatory frameworks.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23277,"journal":{"name":"Transportation Research Part D-transport and Environment","volume":"146 ","pages":"Article 104902"},"PeriodicalIF":7.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144557302","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Heinrich Gustave Herzog, Rodrigo Flora Calili, Maria Fatima Ludovico de Almeida
{"title":"Assessing the decarbonisation potential of light-duty vehicle fleet electrification in Brazil","authors":"Heinrich Gustave Herzog, Rodrigo Flora Calili, Maria Fatima Ludovico de Almeida","doi":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104895","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104895","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Electrification of the light-duty vehicle (LDV) fleet is a key strategy for mitigating greenhouse gas emissions from road transport segments. This study assesses the potential impact of electrifying Brazil’s LDV fleet by 2050, employing a prospective framework to build alternative decarbonisation scenarios. Through a comprehensive literature review on central research themes, this study identifies a significant research gap: the absence of an integrated framework combining foresight and forecasting approaches for assessing the decarbonisation potential of light-duty vehicle fleet electrification. Brazil’s unique position, with its high renewable energy share and established biofuel industry, presents a compelling case study for examining LDV fleet electrification pathways. The study develops a novel conceptual framework that leverages complementary methodological approaches to provide a detailed analysis of LDV fleet electrification pathways and their effects on decarbonisation, contributing to the development of Brazil’s energy transition strategies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23277,"journal":{"name":"Transportation Research Part D-transport and Environment","volume":"146 ","pages":"Article 104895"},"PeriodicalIF":7.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144557331","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Alice Mirailler , Ana-Maria Trunfio-Sfarghiu , Valentin Massardier , Adina-Nicoleta Lazar , Nathalie Bernoud-Hubac , Mickaël Catinon , André Pierre Schroder , Salah Khardi
{"title":"Physicochemical characterization of brake abrasion particles from trucks under laboratory conditions","authors":"Alice Mirailler , Ana-Maria Trunfio-Sfarghiu , Valentin Massardier , Adina-Nicoleta Lazar , Nathalie Bernoud-Hubac , Mickaël Catinon , André Pierre Schroder , Salah Khardi","doi":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104864","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104864","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The study of non-exhaust particle emissions is crucial in the context of the global vehicle fleet’s electrification. These particles, often overlooked, have harmful impacts on the environment and human health. This paper presents an exhaustive characterization of particles emitted from heavy-duty truck brake wear under controlled conditions. Braking tests were analyzed by correlating braking conditions with particle concentration collected by an Electrical Low Pressure Impactor (ELPI + ). The chemical composition was determined using Scanning Electron Microscopy and Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (SEM-EDX). Results show that ultrafine particles (<100 nm) dominate emissions, with brake wear tracers such as Fe, Cu, Mo identified. The study also reveals that brake disc temperature significantly influences emissions. This work aims to enhance understanding of non-exhaust particulate emissions from heavy-duty vehicles, contributing to the development of effective particle collection systems and raising awareness of their environmental and health effects.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23277,"journal":{"name":"Transportation Research Part D-transport and Environment","volume":"146 ","pages":"Article 104864"},"PeriodicalIF":7.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144549904","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xingang Zhou , Chenying Yang , Linchuan Yang , Yongping Zhang
{"title":"Nonlinear effects of the built environment on metro-integrated bikesharing and ridesourcing usage","authors":"Xingang Zhou , Chenying Yang , Linchuan Yang , Yongping Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104898","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104898","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Limited attention has been paid to revealing nonlinear relationships between the built environment and the integration of metro and shared mobility. This study applies the random forest model to examine and compare the nonlinear effects of the built environment on metro-integrated bikesharing and ridesourcing usage. It takes Shanghai as the study area, supported by massive user-generated bikesharing and ridesourcing trips. The results show that the distance to the city center and the number of entrances are the two most significant impact factors, while other built environment factors show varying degrees of influence. Interestingly, secondary and primary road densities play a significant role in predicting the usage of bikesharing and ridesourcing services, respectively. Moreover, nonlinear effects of the built environment have been investigated. For example, when secondary road density is below 5.2 km/km<sup>2</sup>, it has a positive effect on bike-sharing usage. However, this relationship does not hold when the secondary road density exceeds this threshold. This study offer valuable insights for transportation planning and policy-making.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23277,"journal":{"name":"Transportation Research Part D-transport and Environment","volume":"146 ","pages":"Article 104898"},"PeriodicalIF":7.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144535409","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Pengfei Fan , Guohua Song , Zhiqiang Zhai , Kanok Boriboonsomsin
{"title":"Road grade and truck weight matter: Investigating link-level energy consumption uncertainty","authors":"Pengfei Fan , Guohua Song , Zhiqiang Zhai , Kanok Boriboonsomsin","doi":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104900","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104900","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Modeling heavy-duty truck energy consumption and emissions under real-world conditions is challenged by uncertainties from dynamic road grade and truck weight. This study integrates second-by-second operational, fuel consumption, and NOx emissions data with accurate road grade and weight information across over 12,000 100-meter road links. The data were collected from 48 in-use trucks operating along a 60-kilometer highway with varying topography. This study quantifies link-level modeling uncertainty and analyzes the influence of road grade and truck weight. Multiple regression and machine learning models are applied to evaluate energy consumption prediction performance under different feature combinations. Results show that using only average speed for 5-km segments results in a 25% error, which decreases to 11% when road grade, truck weight, and acceleration are incorporated. These findings underscore the need to integrate road grade and truck weight into predictive models to improve energy and emissions analysis.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23277,"journal":{"name":"Transportation Research Part D-transport and Environment","volume":"146 ","pages":"Article 104900"},"PeriodicalIF":7.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144522031","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Examining the links between public transport provision, suppressed travel and (in)sufficient accessibility","authors":"Jean Ryan , Chiara Vitrano , Karel Martens","doi":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104883","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104883","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study engages a sufficientarian perspective to examine the role current basic levels of public transport provision play in delivering sufficient accessibility for inhabitants of sparsely populated areas. A survey was conducted among people living in areas which meet the criteria set out for basic levels of public transport provision for the Västra Götaland Region, Sweden. Mixed methods were employed in the collection and analysis of the survey data. The links between socio-economic, socio-demographic, time constraints, and accessibility and transport-related characteristics on the one hand and suppressed travel combined with activity participation levels on the other were examined. Our findings indicate that the current provision levels play a limited role in delivering (sufficient) accessibility, with many reports of personal adaptive strategies and forgone trips. We found that young people were significantly more likely to report suppressed travel. We propose recommendations for the improvement of public transport-based accessibility in such contexts.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23277,"journal":{"name":"Transportation Research Part D-transport and Environment","volume":"146 ","pages":"Article 104883"},"PeriodicalIF":7.3,"publicationDate":"2025-07-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144518184","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Consumer preferences for hydrogen fuel cell vehicles adoption: A discrete choice survey","authors":"Yuyao Liu , Ying Li , Kunhui Ye , Xingjun Huang","doi":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104892","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104892","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The hydrogen economy, driven by the promotion of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (HFCVs), is emerging as the key to the electrification of transportation. Despite this, consumers remain hesitant, facing a dilemma where HFCVs have not yet decisively influenced their purchasing preferences. The complex market landscape and policy nuances also contribute to consumer decision-making uncertainty. Using a Discrete Choice Model combining Multinomial Logit and Latent Class Cluster Analysis, we analyzed 1077 survey responses from Chongqing, China, identifying four consumer groups based on perceived value and risk (“LH,” “HH,” “LL,” “HL”). Key findings show that drivable range, refueling accessibility, and personal carbon credits (PCC) enhance HFCV competitiveness. Hydrogen station accessibility boosts preferences for “LL” group, while PCC mainly influences “HH” consumers. Toll exemptions attract high-risk-perception groups, and mileage subsidies benefit vulnerable groups like “LL.” Targeted policies are essential to address diverse consumer needs and accelerate HFCV adoption.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23277,"journal":{"name":"Transportation Research Part D-transport and Environment","volume":"146 ","pages":"Article 104892"},"PeriodicalIF":7.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144513684","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cohered model of adopting electric vehicle fleets in the East of England","authors":"Frank Nyame-Asiamah , Brendon Shaw , Tom Stacey","doi":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104897","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104897","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>There is limited research on effective electric vehicle (EV) fleet adoption for businesses to achieve decarbonisation of transport. This study applies cohered emergent theory to propose a model for adopting electric commercial vehicles to decarbonise vehicle fleet operations. We employed action research and used a mixed-methods approach to gather data from six different commercial vehicle fleet operating companies in the East of England. We modelled the quantitative data to forecast fuel cost-savings for the companies to switch their internal combustion engine vehicles to EVs. We complemented the quantitative insights with the thematic analysis of in-depth interviews with the fleet operators and feedback from the consuming public actors to explain how fleet operating companies can adopt EVs to generate cost-savings, reduce carbon footprint and potentially improve their operations. The study’s theoretical cohered EV adoption model offers useful insights for researchers and managers to consider decarbonising business transportation. Policy implications are discussed.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23277,"journal":{"name":"Transportation Research Part D-transport and Environment","volume":"146 ","pages":"Article 104897"},"PeriodicalIF":7.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144518345","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Zhenyu Duan , Xiao Fu , Daimin Tang , Teng Zhong , Lingshu Zhong
{"title":"Equitable carbon budget allocation: Integrating travel mode preference and multi-activity accessibility","authors":"Zhenyu Duan , Xiao Fu , Daimin Tang , Teng Zhong , Lingshu Zhong","doi":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104894","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.trd.2025.104894","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Carbon trading policies (e.g., carbon pricing, carbon credit systems) are crucial for reducing travel-related emissions. These policies necessitate an equitable initial allocation of carbon budget. While travel choice behavior and the built environment influence this allocation, few studies integrate both factors. This study addresses this gap by incorporating travel mode preference and multi-activity accessibility (i.e., the ability to access various activity opportunities) into a carbon budget allocation model at group and individual levels, thereby addressing systemic fairness and individual mobility needs. The model integrates travel behavior, multimodal transport networks, and carbon emissions for equitable allocation and personalized emission reduction strategies. To support a just transition towards net-zero emissions in the transportation sector, decent living standards serve as the baseline for allocation. Analysis of mobility data from China Telecom in Suzhou City (October 11–15, 2021) demonstrates this model ensures equitable emission reductions with most residents meeting the baseline, aiding policymakers’ decision-making.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":23277,"journal":{"name":"Transportation Research Part D-transport and Environment","volume":"146 ","pages":"Article 104894"},"PeriodicalIF":7.3,"publicationDate":"2025-06-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144513685","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"工程技术","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}