Free public transportation that runs on electric vehicles and more widespread installation of photovoltaic panel energy systems are among the measures that feature in Malta’s first 30-year strategy to develop a low-carbon economy. The ‘Malta Low Carbon Development Strategy’ was launched for public consultation on Tuesday. It identifies the island’s pathway towards climate neutrality by 2050 - a target set by the European Union - by identifying areas across the main sectors of the Maltese economy where carbon emissions can be reduced. Around 33 per cent of Malta's emissions come from road transportation, making it the country's most polluting sector together with the energy one. An initial test of an electric public bus began in early 2020, with plans also under way to provide driverless electric buses on some routes that are free of vehicular traffic. One of Malta’s goals to achieve by 2030 is to reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 19 per cent when compared to 2005. The 2030 climate target is for the EU to cut emissions by at least 55 per cent in the next nine years. Eight measures proposed to cut carbon emissions • Extended free public transport; • Electrification of vehicles and a plan to increase public electric vehicle charging points; • Electrification of public transport; • Increased use of active transport methods such as e-bikes and remote working; • Installation of PV systems; • Adapting and retrofitting buildings and equipment to develop nearly zero-energy buildings. Solar water heaters, heat pumps, roof and wall insulation and double glazing are all mentioned. • Schemes for deep renovation, with energy-efficient renovations of public buildings; • Pre-sorting waste ahead of incineration and capturing biowaste
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