Transport represents 20% of all emissions in Australia today and is forecast to be the largest contributor by 2028. Developing viable net zero transport technology options specific to Australia’s unique geographical needs has been the catalyst for increased cross-industry and government collaboration.
In 2024, seven CLC member CEOs took a significant step forward in collectively reviewing and assessing different technologies, with an agreed focus on renewable diesel, hydrogen fuel cells and battery electric vehicles. It is the first time those in the transport value chain have mobilised and collaborated on the practical deployment and testing of multiple net zero technology options in Australia.
Learning for industry is at the cornerstone of the CLC’s work, and the line-haul road transport initiative is an example of how cross-sector collaboration offers insights into the viability of the adoption of specific technologies that could take emissions to zero. In doing so, it provides governments with guidance on future infrastructure investment strategies and puts a focus on how to balance an integrated, multi-modal solution.
