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Land Transport
Land transport, accounts for 14% of total greenhouse gas emissions in Hong Kong, is the second most important contributor.
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Extend Public Transport System
The extensive and energy-efficient public transport system in Hong Kong has been instrumental in helping to control our greenhouse gas emissions at a low level. Some 90% of the 11 million commuter trips each day are made on the public transport system. The Government is committed to further expanding and upgrading our public transport infrastructure with emphasis on railways.
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Promote Cleaner Vehicles
To encourage the use of cleaner vehicles, the Government launched tax incentive schemes for environment-friendly petrol private cars and commercial vehicles in 2007 and 2008, respectively. Vehicles meeting the energy efficiency and exhaust emission criteria can have the First Registration Tax reduced.
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Promote the Use of Biodiesel as Motor Vehicle Fuel
Biodiesel is a kind of renewable energy. In order to promote the use of biodiesel for motor uses, the duty-free arrangement for use of biodiesel as motor vehicle fuel has become a standing policy since 2007. Specifications on the use of biodiesel in motor vehicles are being drawn up to promote development of the biodiesel market.
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