The MRP calculated 390 kg of CO2-eq emissions for a five year base lifespan in our modelling. It is great to see TÜV SÜD confirm their certified quantities are in the same range. With private cars (ICE and EV) showing a lifespan footprint of 40 - 65 Tonnes, it also confirms that e Scooters are on average between 40 - 65 times less emitting over their lifetime usage, adjusted for a 15 year baseline comparison.

As the MRP has noted in the past based on its own APAC wide safety research, Vulnerable Road User (VRU) accident rates and reporting is skewed by the significant differences in physical exposure that VRU endure due to the crowding out of urban space by private cars. This is a deliberate crowding out strategy that was started in the 1920’s by automotive companies.  In maintaining the status quo, being the under investment in active and micromobility infrastructure on the basis of claimed VRU accident risks, we will not change our global car addiction nor reduce the transport emissions humans cause by any degree

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McKinsey claims that up to 16% of trips globally are completed by micromobility modes.  Private cars are still used in 45% of trips globally, which is significant and highly emitting.  The report provides useful insights on developments and projections for the next decade, when emission reductions from the transport sector need to be significant.  The report contains Interesting insights on global policies to reduce private car ownership and usage.

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