======The Future of european Long-Distance Transport - Scenario Report======
This report explores scenarios for the future of European long-distance transport in 2047, focusing on reducing oil consumption by 80%, CO2 emissions by 60%, and maintaining high accessibility. It examines the magnitude of change needed and assesses policy measures and technologies in different potential situations.\\ 
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|Report location:  |[[https://www.europarl.europa.eu/RegData/etudes/etudes/join/2008/417471/IPOL-JOIN_ET(2008)417471_EN.pdf|PDF]]   |
|Language:  |English  |
|Publisher:  |[[encyclopedia:panel_for_the_future_of_science_and_technology|Panel for the Future of Science and Technology]]  |
|Publication date:  |October 1, 2008  |
|Authors:  |Ander Koed Madsen, Anders Koed Madsen, Ida Leisner, Jens Schippl, Jens Schipple, Per Kaspersen  |
|Time horizon:  |2047    |
|Geographic focus:  |European Union|
|Page count:  |116  |

=====Methods=====
The research method used in the report involves scenario building, focusing on backcasting from the year 2047 to identify the necessary changes to meet specific targets for oil consumption, CO2 emissions, and accessibility. The method includes defining long-distance transport, projecting baseline data, designing future images, and assessing technologies and policy measures that could serve as pathways to the envisioned future.\\ 
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=====Key Insights=====
The report examines the future of European long-distance transport, considering scenarios that meet ambitious targets for reducing oil dependency and CO2 emissions while maintaining accessibility. It evaluates the scale of change required, the potential of various policy measures and technologies, and the role of different actors and sectors in achieving these goals. The report also discusses the implications of different energy mixes and the importance of stakeholder involvement in creating sustainable transport strategies.\\ 
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