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title: "FirstGroup reports 30% emissions cut since 2020 in 2026 sustainability report"
type: "News"
locale: "en"
url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/291940920.md"
description: "FirstGroup's 2026 sustainability report highlights a 30% emissions reduction since 2020, driven by GBP 500 million invested in zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure. The company now operates over 1,400 zero-emission vehicles, facilitating 189 million passenger journeys annually. FirstGroup aims for a fully zero-emission commercial bus fleet by 2035. Additionally, Great Western Railway introduced the UK’s first rapid-charging battery train, targeting an 80% emissions cut, while First Charge opened depot assets to third-party fleets."
datetime: "2026-07-07T13:24:36.000Z"
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# FirstGroup reports 30% emissions cut since 2020 in 2026 sustainability report

-   FirstGroup reported a 30% emissions reduction since 2020, targeting a fully zero-emission commercial bus fleet by 2035. \* Invested about GBP 500 million over the past four years in zero-emission vehicles, charging infrastructure, depot upgrades. \* Operates more than 1,400 zero-emission vehicles, delivering 189 million passenger journeys on zero-emission services over the past year. \* Great Western Railway introduced the UK’s first rapid-charging battery train into passenger service, aiming for an 80% emissions cut. \* Opened depot charging assets to third-party commercial fleets under First Charge to support broader electrification. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Firstgroup plc published the original content used to generate this news brief on July 07, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here

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