Here are five policies to make transport more sustainable in cities
2022年3月7日 · The COVID-19 pandemic has marked a moment of disruption for many mass transit systems around the world, which have now become underutilized as people prefer the safety of individual transport. Cities will need to become leaders in sustainability or lose out to climate change and its escalating impacts.
Why the future of sustainability will start with mobility
2021年4月30日 · Many have changed their travel habits during the pandemic with positive effects: there has been a global rise in individual use of transport vehicles (non-public transport) – in the US walking as a mobility option increased 14%. If these new habits with positive benefits remain we can help ensure our environmental and social sustainability.
How countries can grow their mobility and sustainability
2024年11月27日 · Similarly, cities are building new pedestrian and bicycle paths while the private sector encourages bike-sharing and other sustainable modes of transport. Provide sensible regulation Government and industry need to work together …
Creating more sustainable transport options in Asia Pacific
2024年10月22日 · As the climate crisis worsens, Asia and the Pacific must tackle rapidly rising transport emissions, which is the second-fastest growing source of emissions in the region. The current status of Asian transport creates a good opportunity for the region’s countries to leapfrog older technologies to create more sustainable transport options.
Why green transport is vital for meeting global climate targets
2022年6月30日 · 5 ways green transport puts us on track for an equitable, sustainable recovery The good news is that the tools needed to curb emissions from transport already exist. Some of them – such as enhanced public transport options, active mobility, zero-emission vehicles, and green fuels – are being implemented in many countries.
How to keep city transport moving sustainably - The World …
2023年1月19日 · The transport sector is one of the major contributors to global GHG emissions. Amid the post-pandemic recovery, global CO2 emissions from the transport sector, which includes the use of cars and non-public transport means, grew by 8% year-on-year and rebounded to a 37% share of emissions from end-use sectors in 2021.
3 ways cities can prepare their transport systems for climate change
2023年12月20日 · Every $1 billion invested in public transport generates economic returns five times as great and creates 50,000 jobs, according to C40, a coalition of 96 cities that advocate for climate action. Fortunately, policies that keep mobility sustainable, accessible and efficient also contribute to a city’s strength and vitality.
Sustainable deliveries: How cities and companies can lead on …
2024年10月22日 · The rise in delivery vehicles is worsening congestion and contributing to climate change through increased carbon emissions. Current trends indicate delivery vehicle emissions are expected to rise by 60% by 2030, accounting for 54% of the transport sector's emissions and 13% of a typical city's overall emissions.
How this country is encouraging green mobility - The World …
2024年5月15日 · The private vehicle dominates the transport landscape, with 72% of mobility trips taking place in a car, significantly outpacing walking or cycling (15%), public transport (13%) or rideshare and taxi (1%). But as we look to the future, there are several reasons to question if car dependence is sustainable.
The way to sustainable cities is through transport and housing – …
2024年1月4日 · Integrating land use, housing and transport planning facilitated by innovation and technology is critical to making cities more inclusive, connected and sustainable. Early planning and sequencing of implementation is key to success by preserving infrastructure rights-of-way, even if major infrastructure networks are not readily available from ...