What is Jersey's target for carbon neutrality?

Jersey aims to achieve carbon neutrality by the year 2050.

Will existing car owners in Jersey have to give up their vehicles?

No, existing vehicle owners will not be forced to surrender or scrap their current cars or vans under the proposed plans.

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Jersey to Ban All Petrol Cars by 2030

Q: When will Jersey ban the import of petrol and diesel vehicles?

Jersey plans to ban the importation and registration of new and used petrol and diesel vehicles starting in 2030.

26 Jan

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Summary

Jersey plans to ban petrol and diesel vehicle imports starting in 2030.
Hybrids and plug-in hybrids will be phased out starting in 2035.
The island aims for carbon neutrality by 2050.

Jersey has initiated a public consultation on ambitious plans to eliminate petrol and diesel vehicles. The proposed legislation would prohibit the importation and registration of new and used petrol and diesel cars starting in 2030.

A subsequent phase, slated for 2035, aims to extend these restrictions to hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles, as well as small petrol and diesel vans. Larger commercial and specialist vehicles will be addressed after 2035, though specific timelines are yet to be defined.

These proposals are integral to Jersey's commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050, a target outlined in its Carbon Neutral Roadmap. Road transport is identified as a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for over a quarter of the island's total emissions.