Public health and the Zero Emission Vehicle mandate
In October 2026, pressure began to mount for the Government to revise or weaken the mandate for Zero Emissions Vehicles (ZEVs), with potential consequences for climate change and air quality.
Recognising that the ZEV mandate is one of the most significant current policies we have to reduce air pollution, the Healthy Air Coalition wrote an open letter to the Transport Secretary, urging the Government to hold its ground on Zero Emission Vehicles.
As the IES support ambitious action to produce healthier air, as well as the links between climate and air quality policy, our Head of Policy signed the letter in support.
Where to find out more
The Healthy Air Coalition is a network of over 20 NGOs, charities and change makers working to reduce sources of modern air pollution, improve existing legislation, and bring in new, stronger clean air laws, to protect the health of everyone in the UK.
- If you want to stay up-to-date with the latest developments, make sure you are subscribed to Essential Environment.
- Learn more about air quality policy by reading our recommendations for clean air to the UK Government.
- For more information about the latest developments in air quality, find out more about the Institute of Air Quality Management.
- For local authorities working in air quality, see our Environmental Policy Implementation Community.
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