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Tourism and Transport Forum Australia

Tourism & Transport Forum (TTF) is the peak industry group for the Australian tourism, transport, aviation and investment sectors.

The Urban Transport Institute (TUTI)

The Urban Transport Institute (TUTI) is a private research consultancy founded in 1998 and based in Victoria, Australia, specialising in various aspects of transport and environmental analysis and planning. While TUTI works on various projects in the transport and environmental fields, it specialises in the design, conduct, analysis and quality audits of large-scale travel surveys, analysis and evaluation of behaviour change programs, and the evaluation of the external environmental effects of transport systems.

Greenhouse gas emissions calculator - Australian Government

Use this calculator, develeloped by the Australian Government, to determine the carbon output of individual vehicles.This is very useful for local governments in determining the carbon footprint of their fleet and for demonstrating benefits for alternative transport modes.

For every litre of petrol used in a motor vehicle, 2.3 kilograms of carbon dioxide (CO₂ ), a major greenhouse gas, is released from the exhaust. The Australian transport sector accounts for around 76 million tonnes of Australia's total net greenhouse gas emissions, representing 13.5 per cent of Australia's total emissions.

Annual fuel costs calculator - Australian Government

This handy calculator can be used to work out annual fuel costs for different cars. This is very useful for local governments in determining the financial of their fleet and car use for their residents, and for demonstrating benefits for alternative transport modes.

Municipal Sustainability Planning

Municipal Sustainability Planning is a process that guides municipalities in creating a long-term vision for their communities. Proactive steps are taken to move towards a sustainable future, one where a strong economy and participatory governance leads in protecting our natural environment, effectively manages the built environment, contributes to a vibrant cultural scene and cultivates significant social inclusion.