Most readers will already know of the Paris Climate Agreement, that states by stopping the increase in global average temperatures by 2⁰C, countries can slow the effects of climate change. It’s a goal that many nations around the world are currently working towards.
Leading energy and infrastructure company, Jemena has announced its aim to achieve zero net emissions by 2050. Jemena is already working on initiatives such as the Western Sydney Green Gas project which will produce hydrogen for use in residential, storage and transport settings in late 2021.
The NSW government strives to deliver transport services and operations that balances economic, environment, and social issues with a focus on sustainability.
It is well recognised within the asset management sector that climate change brings stress to transport assets. Extreme weather and physical impacts caused by rising temperatures and natural disasters make risk assessment and asset management a crucial element within governments.