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We champion travel and transport for people by air, sea, rail and road. We focus on opportunities for engineering and technology. Bringing together experts from industry, academia and government, we deliver programmes of activity, inspired by issues of the day and innovation around the transport from autonomous vehicles to integrated systems and beyond.

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Energy technologies for net zero

This guide serves as a comprehensive reference to the technologies that we can use to decarbonise the UK energy system, that can shift our energy demand from fossil fuels to a low-carbon supply.
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Advancing safety in transport through automation

Our report examines potential approaches to advancing safety in transport through automation. It has been written for the transport industry, engineering community, policy makers and anyone with an interest in autonomy and how it can transform how we move people and goods.
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2021 Sector Highlights

2021 highlights from Insight and Policy

2021 was a year of recovery, building back better and adapting to new ways of working and living. From Covid-19 to COP26, this year has highlighted many unique challenges and opportunities.
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Reports and white papers

Autonomy in transport: Could crashes soon be a thing of the past?

In this EngShort we discuss the deployment of autonomous transport and the new opportunities and challenges it brings. Automation is widely expected to increase road safety as most crashes are caused by human error. 

Do you think crashes will be a thing of the past with the rise of autonomous transport systems?

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Government policy and submissions

We inform and influence policymakers on a variety of engineering and technology issues through expert guidance, consultations and collaborations.

Expert Panel

Meet the current members of the Transport Policy Panel.

Sector newsletters

Find out more about our Sector newsletters and how to subscribe.
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Contact us

Find out more about the Strategic Engagement & Partnerships (SEP) team and know who to contact with any questions related to IET thought leadership.

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