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Greenhouse gas controls alone won’t align aviation with the Paris Agreement
New ICCT study finds that short-lived climate pollutant controls could enable climate-neutral growth in aviation.
ICCT: EPA’s proposal to rescind endangerment finding and GHG standards is scientifically flawed and economically harmful
(Washington, DC) September 22, 2025 — The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) submitted comprehensive public comments today in strong disagreement with EPA’s proposal to rescind the Endangerment and Cause or Contribute findings for greenhouse gas emissions from motor vehicles, and to repeal motor vehicle greenhouse gas standards. The organization has stated that the proposed […]
A decade after Dieselgate, Europe’s electric vehicle transition is on track and accelerating
New ICCT report finds European carmakers just 9 grams of CO₂ away from the next EU CO₂ target but warns that delays in the EV transition could undermine the European industry’s competitiveness. Berlin, 11 Sep — Ten years ago, the Dieselgate scandal became a major turning point for the European auto industry, which pledged to […]
EU truck manufacturers on track to meet first-ever CO2 emissions targets
For five out of the seven largest truck manufacturers in the European Union, the 2025 15% CO2 reduction target is comfortably within reach. Scania and Volvo Trucks stand out, having met this target two years ahead of schedule. (Berlin) September 10, 2025 — A new study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) reveals […]
Global Race for Clean Transportation Leadership Still Open as EV Sales Reach 23% Market Share
ICCT analysis reveals widening gaps between policy leaders and laggards, with some markets at risk of losing competitive edge in EV transition
Europe’s SAF mandate risks falling short without action on investment barriers
A targeted mechanism in the EU’s upcoming Sustainable Transport Investment Plan could help first-of-a-kind fuel producers secure financing and ramp up production in time to meet climate targets. Berlin, 23 July 2025 — Europe has set ambitious targets for sustainable aviation fuels (SAF), but scaling next-generation, or advanced, fuels produced from non-food feedstocks and novel […]
The International Council on Clean Transportation welcomes Gwen Spencer as Board Member
(Washington, D.C.) July 22, 2025 — The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Gwen Spencer as Member to the Board of Directors. Gwen Spencer is a retired Partner at PwC with over 27 years of experience advising leading healthcare systems, academic medical centers, and research organizations. During her […]
Study maps ₹233 Crore opportunity for Sambhajinagar through low emission zone policy
ICCT’s latest study shows that a well-designed low-emission zone in Sambhajinagar can reduce significant air pollution, up to 53% reduction in particulate matter (PM) and 46% in nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions from 2026 to 2030.
Electric cars are the cleanest—and getting cleaner faster than expected
A new study by the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) estimates that battery electric cars sold today in Europe emit nearly 4 times less greenhouse gases over their lifetime than gasoline cars. Berlin, 9 July — Europe’s electricity mix is getting cleaner, and with it, the climate advantage of electric cars is growing. According […]