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“The best transportation systems are not necessarily the fanciest.” Check out ITDP's online data dashboard, Atlas of Sustainable City Transport, for urban passenger transport data over 1,000 metropolitan areas and 40,000 legal jurisdictions and districts! 👉 https://lnkd.in/etTztmEK #urbantransport #transit #sustainable #mobility #highway #data Bloomberg News

"Despite recent progress, China’s rail integration plan has faced roadblocks. “China can build things. They can build very good infrastructure,” Daizong Liu said. The bigger challenge is the 'software,' he said — how to get powerful national and urban rail agencies to work together. 'The mechanisms are quite complicated.'" ITDP China 👇 https://lnkd.in/ee_bDEPA

In the vibrant streets of Anlu, Hubei, our team recently captured compelling images showcasing the daily challenges faced by pedestrians and bikers -- e-bikes are taking over the street, leading to congestions and blocking non-motorized lanes. Electric scooters have undeniably revolutionized urban mobility, weaving through the fabric of our daily lives with unmatched convenience. These two-wheeled wonders offer a swift escape from traffic jams, a cost-effective alternative to traditional transportation, and a greener choice for the environmentally conscious. Yet, with great power comes great responsibility. The proliferation of electric scooters poses significant challenges to urban governance. How do we balance the need for convenience with the demands of safety, order, and sustainability? 🤔  🛵 🛵 🛵 🛵 🛵 🚲🚶♂️🚶♀️🚗 🛵 🛵 🛵 🛵 🛵 cr: Yanwen Huang #UrbanMobility #SustainableCities #TransportationChallenges #Ebike

❗ Exciting News 📣 📰 We're thrilled to announce the final approval of The World Bank's loan for the Hubei #Yichang Urban Transport Low-Carbon Transition Project. This is a significant milestone -- The $250 million project is the largest World Bank loan approved in China this year, accounting for 25% of its annual lending capacity in China, and is the first Programme for Results (PforR) loan project in the country. As proud partners, ITDP China has supported the preparatory work for this transformative program over the past two years, engaging with partners from Yichang and the World Bank through over 70 online and in-person meetings. The planning stage set out a roadmap that contains 16 activities and 15 indicators with four key areas of focus: emission standards, public transit revamp, emissions trading pilots, and global impact initiatives. Upon successful completion in 2028, the project is expected to: ⭐ reduce the city's carbon emissions from the transport sector by approximately 500,000 tonnes; ⭐ increase the average daily ridership of public transport in the urban area by 30%,; ⭐ increase the share of jobs that can be reached within 60 minutes of green transport to 35%. This project will play an important role in helping Yichang's transport sector achieve its carbon peak and carbon neutrality targets, and in creating a pilot demonstration of the city's low-carbon transport transformation, both for China and abroad. Best wishes to our dear partners in Yichang and we look forward to seeing the city drive urban transport towards a low-carbon future! Check out Yichang Chengfa City Development's Wechat post here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gtRkeYPJ; and World Bank's press release here ➡️ https://lnkd.in/gus3Gz6B #SustainableTransport #GreenCity #ClimateAction #ITDP #UrbanDevelopment #LowCarbonTransition

🎉 Exciting News from ITDP-China! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce the completion of the Anlu Community Garden project, proudly supported by The World Bank. The design plan was completed by ITDP in December 2022, and its implementation finalized in 2024. Nestled next to a primary school, this newly constructed garden is more than just a green space—it's a vibrant community hub designed for relaxation and play. Our innovative features include rounded stone-embedded pathways leading to crossings and elevated platforms at the garden entrance. These designs not only enhance the beauty of the space but also promote safety by naturally slowing down traffic. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this garden will have on the community well-being and children's safety! #UrbanDevelopment #CommunityBuilding #SustainableCities

Curious about the transformative potential of three-wheeled motorcycles in urban transportation🌍🌱 ? Join our upcoming webinar to delve into the role of "tuk-tuks" and auto-rickshaws in developing countries. These agile and cost-effective vehicles are becoming the go-to choice for passenger and freight transport in congested urban environments. We'll explore how regions like Southeast Asia and Africa are transitioning to electric rickshaws to enhance transportation systems and boost environmental sustainability, as well as how China regulates the growing demand for passenger and freight three-wheelers. We’ll also discover the challenges these vehicles face and learn how we're tackling these issues. The webinar will feature presentations from Rutul Joshi to discuss Informal and Shared Mobility in India: Linking Research and Policy Actions, Paschal Giki to share the stories of Electrifying Three-wheelers in Africa, and Qiuyang L. to introduce the Past, Present, and Future Development of Three-wheelers in China. 🗓️ Date and Time: China (CST): May 23, 2024 | 15:30 - 17:00 pm India (IST): May 23, 2024 | 13:00 - 14:30 pm Eastern Africa (EAT): May 23, 2024 | 10:30 - 12:00 am 👉 Register now: https://shorturl.at/WmO0V Institute for Transportation and Development Policy ITDP - India ITDP Africa ITDP Indonesia ITDP México ITDP Brasil Africa E-Mobility Alliance CEPT University 能源基金会 (Energy Foundation China) #GreenMobility #Electrification #SustainableTransport #3wheelers #E3W #China #India #Africa

ITDP’s Atlas of Sustainable City Transport is now available! 🌐 Find out how your city measures up at atlas.itdp.org This brand new tool aggregates #transport data from over 1,000 cities across the globe, giving urban planners the tools they need to better understand their city’s transport realities and needs. Better information leads to better decisions. Many crucial decisions about cities are made locally by municipalities, districts, or even neighborhoods, and the #ITDPAtlas can be a tool for helping policymakers set meaningful goals and measure the progress of sustainable mobility. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/etTztmEK Crux Alliance Transformative Urban Mobility Initiative ITDP Indonesia ITDP China ITDP - India ITDP Brasil ITDP United States ITDP México

📢 Discovering Changzhi: Sustainable Urban Development is Underway🌍 Exploring the Zhangzehu River, we were captivated by the remarkable strides in biodiversity and environmental protection in Changzhi. The city's historical buildings stand as a testament to its long history and rich cultural heritage. In a meeting with the Mayor, we discussed the city's urban development plans and received high recognition for ITDP's past achievements. Exciting collaborations lie ahead as we work together to make Changzhi more sustainable and livable! 🌱🏙️ #SustainableUrbanDevelopment #Biodiversity #Changzhi #Shanxi #UrbanRenewal #JustTransition Heather Thompson Daizong Liu Xianyuan Zhu Shanshan Li Qiuyang L. Institute for Transportation and Development Policy ITDP China ITDP Indonesia ITDP - India ITDP Africa

In #7 of Zag’s Mobility Leaders: Women Making Moves series Institute for Transportation and Development Policy CEO Heather Thompson explains how urban planning has long revolved around men’s transport needs and sets out how to avoid a repeat in the Global South. For over a decade, Heather has worked with the ITDP to build transportation into the “backbone” of cities through mixed-use urban planning which serves more than just a “man’s commute home from work”. “When you actually look at the people moving around in a day and using these systems, most of them are women with different transport patterns. Instead of going from home to work and back, they’re going to multiple locations. They take their children to school or care centres, they’re often caring for their parents, taking them to hospitals, going to grocery stores. It’s many more small rounds and yet our transportation systems are not organised around those small trips." Read more: https://lnkd.in/e4TdPSk4

🌟Day 4: Exciting Visit to Jinan: Advancing Sustainable Transportation and Gender Equality🌍 Impressive highlights from our visit: multistorey bus parking, Jinan Public Transport Theme Park, Public Transportation Exhibition Hall, BRT stations, and low-emission zone. Jinan leads in sustainability and gender equality! Stay tuned for more updates as we continue our journey 💪🌱 #SustainableTransportation #TrolleyBuses #PublicTransport #GenderEquality #LEZ #Walking #Cycling #Jinan Heather Thompson Daizong Liu Xianyuan Zhu Shanshan Li Qiuyang L. Institute for Transportation and Development Policy