Category Archives: Research

18th July 2017 This IPPR paper – released as part of the major Northern Energy Taskforce – explores the major problems facing transport, and the potential of a mobility transition to overcome these problems as part of a wider programme of socioeconomic renewal. It argues that the north of England is well positioned to playContinue reading “Gearing up for the transition: The role of transport in a Northern energy strategy (IPPR)”

24th March 2017 With the emergence of disruptive technologies, London is on the cusp of major changes to the way that people move around the city. This IPPR report explains how positive network effects between new and existing transport services represent an unprecedented opportunity to overcome London’s transport difficulties, providing the mayor with profound scopeContinue reading “Crossroads: Choosing a future for London’s transport in the digital age (IPPR)”

2nd November 2016 The follow up to a preliminary study, this major IPPR report explores new policies to reduce air pollution focussing on increases in regulation and road charging, and tax reforms. It recommends investment should then be channelled into sustainable alternatives, including shared transport, and support programmes for those groups most affected during theContinue reading “Lethal and illegal: Solving London’s air pollution crisis (IPPR)”

18th July 2016 Air pollution is a huge and growing public health problem for the UK, and for London in particular. Across the UK as many as 40,000 deaths a year are attributed to outdoor air pollution, and it is the second most significant factor impacting on public health in London, after smoking. This IPPRContinue reading “Lethal and illegal: London’s air pollution crisis (IPPR)”

29th June 2016 The north of England’s major ports are vital and high-performing assets for region’s industries and economy, and the right strategy could further transform the North into an east–west supercorridor connecting Atlantic shipping with continental Europe. This IPPR report presents a plan for how, through closer and more effective collaboration, this vision –Continue reading “Gateways to the northern powerhouse: A northern ports strategy (IPPR)”

3rd June 2016 A rising number of community energy projects and municipal and community-owned energy retail supply companies have been formed in recent years. This IPPR report looked at the significant challenges facing both kinds of initiative and what can be done to realise the huge potential benefits of community and local energy.

6th April 2016 The mayor of London elected in May 2016 will face formidable environmental challenges. London’s air pollution is lethal and illegal, responsible for more illness and premature deaths than alcohol or obesity. Traffic congestion is rising. Greenhouse gas emissions are not on track to meet current targets, and around a million people liveContinue reading “London: Global green city (IPPR)”