Name of Primary Faculty Advisor
Dr. Simon Croom
Publication Date
Spring 5-5-2024
Student Classification
Undergraduate
Disciplines
Environmental Studies | Operations and Supply Chain Management
Description / Abstract
Mobility plays an essential role in our daily lives, yet the consequences of transportation are often overlooked or misunderstood. Most people take transportation for granted, not considering the opportunity cost of our easy accessibility, namely carbon emissions. These emissions cause significant environmental damage, threatening the ability of future generations to enjoy what we have now unless we reduce and stop them.
The European Union has been a leader in sustainability over the past decade, expressing concerns about carbon emissions and exploring various ways to address the issue. To understand the EU's future plans, it is crucial to grasp the scale of carbon emissions generated by transportation and how they are distributed across different sectors, such as aviation and road transportation. By analyzing changes in carbon emissions, this work will identify the leading producers of these emissions in the EU and explore potential correlations between carbon emissions and the infrastructure of different countries.
Observing these changes over time allows the EU to implement key strategies to reduce future emissions. This work will also cover the efforts the EU has already initiated towards a more sustainable future and offer conclusions to help create a better life for future generations.