EuropeOnRail

The #EuropeOnRail initiative is a network of NGOs that advocate for a #RailRenaissance in #Europe and better #internationalrail.🚆🇪🇺

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🚆A truly connected European rail network is possible!

New #EuropeOnRail recommendations, coordinated by @Germanwatch call for a stronger #ERA and a core EU cross-border train network.

👉More info: https://t.co/txUuropHzl

#RailTransport #SustainableMobility #CrossBorderRail

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🌍En el Día Mundial del #TransporteSostenible, recordamos que cambiar cómo viajamos es clave para reducir las emisiones y transformar el turismo.

🚆Con #ViajaenVerde seguimos impulsando una movilidad turística más limpia y accesible en ferrocarril.

👉https://t.co/5n3yAVZEyj

[EuropeOnRail @EuropeOnRail]

Did you know rail emits 5x less CO₂ than flying?🚆

High fares and complicated booking stop many young people from choosing trains.

The #YouthOnTrack has sent a letter to the EU, calling for seamless ticketing & affordable rail.

📑 Read it here: https://t.co/pyqlhLYGmk

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💼Many companies want to cut their travel emissions, but between France, Spain & Portugal, that’s still tough.

❌Poor rail links mean flying is often the only option.

We’re urging govts to improve international rail!

📄Read the letter: https://t.co/9fHMGZABlA

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Reviving cross-border passenger trains between Spain & Portugal is a crucial step toward climate-friendly, integrated mobility across the Iberian Peninsula!

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🔜 ¡Llega la III Jornada Ibérica por el Ferrocarril!

🔵Conexiones ferroviarias internacionales
🔵Intermodalidad tren-bicicleta
🔵Desarrollos en políticas ferroviarias

👉Más info e inscripciones: https://t.co/ZBUVt8bJev

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The 25 largest corporate emitters account for 36% of all business travel emissions in #TravelSmart Ranking!

📢If these top 25 companies set targets to cut their business flying emissions in half, it would achieve a third of the reductions needed by 2025!

https://t.co/Qf1ZBoMf0A

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Spain's high-speed rail dominates Madrid-Barcelona, forcing Vueling to cut flights.✈️

With 40+ daily trains and an 85% rail preference on similar routes, the shift to rail-first travel is unstoppable! 🚆

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The contradiction is striking: #Davos, a hub for climate solutions, sees private jets flooding in, many for short trips. While the #WEF urges sustainable travel, actions speak louder than words.

True change starts with leading by example! @_Travel_Smart_
https://t.co/41U5RPJbnl

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🚨#WEF25 kicks off next week!

While global leaders & CEOs gather to discuss pressing issues, many will arrive via 1 of the most polluting modes of transport:#privatejets✈️

@_Travel_Smart_ has built a factsheet based on @StefanGossling's study highlighting their climate impact🌍

[T&E (🦋 find us @transportenvironment.org) @transenv]

NEW: A ranking of European rail operators shows that many are not offering a service worth the high ticket prices.
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🚆European businesses demand urgent investment in German rail!

Companies & associations urge:
✅ Rail modernization & expansion
✅ Lower access charges
✅ Long-term funding

Trains are 7.7x greener than planes, but reliability is key!

✉ Read the letter: https://t.co/pZyk6vBjnh

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✈️🚢 Today, transport leaders & environmental NGOs are calling on the #EU to end the aviation & maritime fuel tax exemption.

This policy hinders sustainable alternatives like rail and clean aviation technologies!

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/T4itKHkKn3

[Laurence Tubiana @LaurenceTubiana]

Tax on Europe’s frequent flyers could raise €64bn a year – study and should include private jets flights just implementing polluters pays principal https://t.co/b3T2dfxi5F

[Travel Smart Campaign (🦋@travelsmart.bsky.social) @_Travel_Smart_]

How many emissions could be reduced if teams avoided flying to sport competitions like #Paris2024 Olympics?

For #EURo2024, the teams could cut emissions by 60%

🇩🇪🇨🇭 led the way by travelling by train or coach during the group stage

Read more👉https://t.co/jC0DpKNSgh

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⚠️Ultrafine particles from planes have been linked to thousands of cases of respiratory problems, cardiovascular effects & pregnancy issues across Europe.

What can the aviation industry do to solve this problem? Read the report by @transenv to find out👇

https://t.co/e84hf1qiyJ

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⚽ #Euro2024 aims to be the "greenest ever" with @UEFA and host Germany promoting fan train travel to cut emissions.

However, the competing teams not doing the same is a missed opportunity. Switching from planes to trains would cut their emissions by 95%! ✈️🚆