How can improved urban land use reduce vehicle distance travelled in the UK?

A large proportion of the UK’s energy demand and resultant emissions are for private vehicle (PV) use. In 2015, the transport sector contributed to 24% of the UK net domestic emissions, 58% of which were from PVs. From this it can be calculated that the use of PVs alone contribute to 14% of UK emissions. Addressing ways of reducing PV use is therefore of great interest in reducing emissions. Typical journeys made by people can generally be placed into a limited number of categories. In order to reduce PV use, it must be possible to make necessary journeys by either non-motorized transport or public transport.