MOTORING NEWS - The transport sector accounts for 13% of CO2 emissions in South Africa, making it the second largest emitter of CO2 in the country.
Uber has thus partnered with BMW and Nissan to bring riders UberGREEN, a 100% electric ride helping to reduce CO2 emissions in Johannesburg.
UberGREEN is a pilot project taking place between 9 May and 3 June 2016 in Johannesburg. During the pilot, riders will be able to request a BMW i3 or Nissan LEAF electric vehicle, operated by Uber driver-partners in Johannesburg at uberX prices, helping provide a more sustainable trip at an affordable price.
Woolworths WRewards members will be among the first to have access to these vehicles for a limited period before the pilot officially opens to public.
“In a world where mobility adds to the carbon emission problem, we at Uber are eager to provide alternate options. Uber is passionate about making rides better and more sustainable and this partnership is a step towards making changes for the good of our environment,” says Alon Lits General Manager, Uber Sub-Saharan Africa.
Partnerships are essential
The Department of Transport projects that energy demand for transportation will grow by 2.5% per year, between 1999 and 2020. This has placed a great challenge to the transport industry to drastically reduce emissions.
Tim Abbott, managing director, BMW Group South Africa says “In order for the momentum of electric mobility to increase partnerships like the one with Uber are essential to expose more consumers to the viability of electric vehicles and alternative mobility options.”
“In a world where mobility adds to the carbon emission problem, we at Uber are eager to provide alternate options. Uber is passionate about making rides better and more sustainable and this partnership is a step towards making changes for the good of our environment,” says Alon Lits General Manager, Uber Sub-Saharan Africa.
Partnerships are essential
The Department of Transport projects that energy demand for transportation will grow by 2.5% per year, between 1999 and 2020. This has placed a great challenge to the transport industry to drastically reduce emissions.
Tim Abbott, managing director, BMW Group South Africa says “In order for the momentum of electric mobility to increase partnerships like the one with Uber are essential to expose more consumers to the viability of electric vehicles and alternative mobility options.”
“We are excited that other like-minded auto companies are joining us in the electric vehicle revolution towards a sustainable future,” adds Dudu Mwelase GM: Corporate Affairs Nissan South Africa.
