ETF’s first reaction to the European Green Deal ETF welcomes the European Commission’s Communication on the European Green Deal. As representatives of transport workers in Europe, we are perfectly aware that in order to mitigate climate change it is crucial to transform the transport sector. In this first reaction to the Communication, we want to highlight several issues that are crucial for transport workers. Statement 11 Dec 2019
NO JOBS ON A DEAD PLANET: Transport unions support young activists striking for our climate Urgent action is need to rescue the climate, and transport has its role to play. A Just Transition will let us reduce the climate impact of transport while ensuring individual workers do not pay the price. Statement 14 Mar 2019
Technological change Automation and digitalisation are reshaping our economy, and the transport sector will be greatly affected. Info 18 Aug 2018
Climate Change Human activity is making our planet warmer, and the transport sector is partly responsible. One reason is the low prices which social dumping and exploitation allow, creating excessive demand for cheap transport services. We call for urgent action to reduce the environmental impact of transport, coupled with a fair and just transition for affected workers. Info 14 Aug 2018
Globalisation Globalisation has transformed trade patterns and thus the demand for transport services. This could mean more jobs in transport, but how do we ensure quality and fair working conditions? Info 14 Aug 2018
TRENDS Climate change. Digitalisation and automation. Demographic shifts. Globalisation. The world is changing around us, and so is society. What will this mean for the transport sector and its workers? Our research helps unions prepare to act. Issues 14 Aug 2018
Demographic shifts Europe’s population is aging, and population growth is weak. Meanwhile, an ever higher percentage of people live in urban areas, and rural regions face depopulation. What will these changes mean for our transport sector and its workers? Info 14 Aug 2018
Addressing the ‘mega trend’ on sustainable transport Automation and digitalisation, globalisation, climate change and demographic change were all up for discussion at the second #ETF2017 roundtable event, this time themed around sustainable transport. Event 25 May 2017