Speaker : James Tate

Dr James Tate researches the evolution of road transport fleets and its air quality impacts. He has established himself as a leading International road transport emissions and urban air quality academic. His research innovations include pioneering the use of vehicle emissions remote sensing measurements in the UK, which helped expose the under-performance of modern diesel vehicles emission controls. He uses his knowledge and research capability to design, realise and assess the impact of Clean Air Zones, whilst also promoting Low Emission Vehicles. He is helping shape the UK Air Quality strategy through projects with DEFRA, DfT and Transport for London.