A new 'net zero by 2030' report, published today by consultancy Element Energy and commissioned by the Mayor of London, sets out the scale of the action required to move London towards a greener future and net-zero carbon emissions by 2030.

The report specifies the key actions urgently required in order to reduce air pollution, tackle the climate emergency and cut congestion in the capital city to create a healthier city fit for the future.

According to the report's findings, between 2000 and 2018, London achieved a 57 per cent reduction in workplace greenhouse gas emissions, a 40 per cent reduction in emissions from homes, but just a 7 per cent reduction in emissions from transport.

The research commissioned by the Mayor, Sadiq Khan, found that at least a 27 per cent reduction in London’s car traffic is required by 2030 to meet net zero ambitions.

Khan wants road pricing to be implemented to encourage people who drive petrol or diesel cars...