Pluralitet är en synonym till
relativ majoritet. I sonderingen kunde en tredjedel inte välja mellan klimat och kostnad, men en pluralitet valde klimat före kostnad.
European elections: Forging ahead or a spanner in the works?
Rabobank skrev:The far right has been largely excluded from power across Europe due to tacit agreements among centrist parties, even as its influence does compel the center right to adopt stricter anti-immigration, anti-trade, and anti-environment stances. It appears another centrist coalition between the EPP and the S&D can be formed, contingent on participation of the Liberals and/or the Greens. A right-wing coalition comprising the EPP and the ECR could also be tried, but this would require additional support from other parties. This looks to be very difficult. A right-wing majority composed of the EPP, ECR, and ID looks to be very unlikely, while the Liberals, the Greens, and the Socialists have ruled out working with both far-right parties.
That said, the right wing’s influence is still poised to shape the dynamics of parliamentary operations and the distribution of high-level roles, potentially complicating the confirmation of the European Commission president and commissioners. The incumbent president, Ursula von der Leyen of the EPP, who seeks a second term, has already engaged with the ECR, further straining her relationship with the S&D. Furthermore, even without a blocking minority or official agreements with other parties, growing support for the far right grants the far right more sway over various policies, including immigration, defense, and environmental issues, by drawing the EPP to the right, away from its alliance with S&D and Renew. Indeed, the European Commission and some mainstream parties in the European Parliament seem to be acknowledging the changing political landscape and are trying to jump on the bandwagon.
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Meanwhile it is well known that Europe’s greenhouse gas emissions – and the reduction thereof – are becoming less and less definitory in the fate of the global climate, in light of China’s increase and Europe’s decrease. But, it is also crystal clear that the energy transition – or the decarbonization of the energy system – is much more than an environmental effort, as shown by the leading role of China, not known for having a “green agenda” influencing its decision-making. From a more pragmatic and industrial point of view, it has become painfully clear that, if the EU wants to afford some industry and keep or gain some strategic autonomy, it will not be achieved on the shoulders of an energy supply chain relying on European competitors. Not while such providers can afford a much cheaper fossil fuel supply for themselves. An alternative, affordable, and reliable local supply is pivotal for Europe.
Ovanstående analys gör gällande att den
pågående omställningen till elbussar sannolikt fortsätter efter det stundande EU-valet - helt enkelt av konkurrensskäl!
Fast track to green: European city buses ahead of schedule
Rabobank skrev:The most exciting development is occurring in the city bus category (215,000 buses in total). As previously forecasted, electric city buses (BEV in figure 2) overtook diesel in new vehicle registrations in the EU, reaching a 41% share of all new city buses in 2023. This is a remarkable achievement, considering that only five years ago, BEV barely accounted for 10% of new registrations.
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If the price trend were to continue in the diesel market, monetary savings would be even bigger for the early adopters who could benefit from lower fuel costs (electricity). Looking forward, if the total 215,000 EU city bus fleet were to become electric, savings would reach 5.6bn of liters of diesel, equivalent to a year of road diesel consumption in the Netherlands.
The electrification of public transport in Europe is speeding up, with electric city buses overtaking diesel in new vehicle registrations and becoming the most popular option in 2023. The ambitious climate goals of many European cities, as well as the support from European initiatives and institutions, and technological improvements, are driving this remarkable growth. The adoption of electric buses is not only helping to reduce emissions and achieve decarbonization goals but is also bringing significant fuel savings. If the current trend continues, the entire urban city bus fleet (215,000 vehicles) could be fully decarbonized by 2031. Even accounting for a decrease in registrations growth, European city buses are on track to surpass the goal of achieving zero diesel bus registrations by 2030.
Som sagt, övergången från fossila bränslen sker företrädesvis av ekonomiska skäl. Förbränningsmotorn är ju fruktansvärt ineffektiv! Elefanten i rummet är
Kina.