SCANDINAVIA - Clean Breaks: 500 New Ways to See the World - page 103

Flying is the quickest way from A to B, but once you factor in security
and shuttling to and from airports, the time difference between fl ights
and alternative transport can be relatively slight. Taking the train is often
considered the most eco-friendly form of motorised transport, yet a car with
passengers can be just as carbon effi cient, as can a full coach. The graphs
below shows the carbon emissions produced by seven popular trips from
London to Europe by plane, train, car and coach and the length of time
each takes, including check-in time, security and travel to the city centre.

Emissions of CO 2 per person vary depending on the type of vehicle used and how full it is. The
emissions given are CO 2 equivalent (“CO 2 e”), as they include a factor that takes into account
that aviation has signifi cant effects on the climate beyond CO 2 emissions alone. Emissions for
cars are for two people per vehicle, while both car and coach trips assume a Dover to Calais
ferry crossing.
The fi gures given on the chart show the minimum emissions per passenger journey likely for each
type of transport, but it is important to note that older aircraft, diesel trains or larger cars may have
twice these emissions or more. The calculations are based on data published by government and
transport industry bodies and adjusted, where necessary, in line with certain assumptions about load
and types of vehicle, and the impact of fuel production. The data is provided by the sustainability
charity, Forum for the Future, as part of their Overland Heaven project: W www.forumforthefuture.org

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