⚡️🚍Electrification of #publictransport isn’t just about tech, it's about people.

With #eBuses getting a 90% approval rating from passengers — citing less noise, lower emissions + more comfort — it's clearer than ever that #transport 's future is electric! bit.ly/3TSS7NH

We're excited to see the introduction of The TRACE Act – a step forward for battery traceability and circularity that can lead to greater transparency into supply chains and the environmental and human rights conditions tied to battery mineral extraction.

#WRIIndia recently conducted a #SaferByDesign capacity building session under the #Suraksha75 program in Bengaluru for #BBMP engineers, ಬೆಂಗಳೂರು ಸಂಚಾರ ಪೊಲೀಸ್ BengaluruTrafficPolice Assistant Commissioners & design consultants where they got a chance to directly engage with relevant city agencies.

By 2050 70% of the global population will call cities home. This unprecedented urban expansion calls for a radical rethinking of our cities. Join us May 21 to discover the 5 WRI Ross Cities #PrizeforCities finalists making cities more climate ready. More at bit.ly/4b1EDX4

Cities can work to reduce #airpollution from transit emissions by building #cycling infrastructure and protecting bike riders.

Check out the Safe Bicycle Lane Design Principles:

Governments can learn from & expand collaborative climate governance initiatives, such as Urban Labs!

Check out a new Transformative Urban Coalitions publication here: urbancoalitions.org/en/resources/p…

WRI Ross Cities IIED IDOS_research

How do we make #cities green, sustainable & inclusive? 🌆 🌱🤝

The film series 'A True Paradise' tackles this question head-on, sharing insights from urban leaders, scientists & activists fighting to make cities that work for everyone.

📽️ Watch now: bit.ly/45thbyT

Hace unos días participé en el congreso de la amtmac.mx, a quienes agradezco la invitación, para hablar sobre objetivos globales y de financiación del transporte y el cambio climático. Excelente espacio para compartir objetivos y retos comunes de los sistemas de transporte. #15CIT

A True Paradise:
An existential threat:
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Equity:
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Overcoming paralysis:
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A seat at the table:
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Boundary people:
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Global North, Global South:
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With escalating climate impacts like heatwaves, severe storms, and wildfires, it’s crucial for countries to step up their efforts to adapt and build #resilience .

🔥 WRI Climate calls for this in the new 5 point plan for the next generation of #NDCs .
bit.ly/3xPTs0H

🤔 Curious about #SmartSurface Solutions? From cool roofs & trees to low carbon concrete, they:
🏝️combat urban heat islands,
🌊prevent flooding &
📉reduce carbon intensity in our built environment, making cities & the communities in them safer while abating climate change!🌳🏙️

'Evidence shows that public transport services greatly benefit when areas surrounding them are more pedestrian-friendly' Check out Walk21's policy brief👇
Public transport & pedestrian safety are key for safe, livable, equitable cities
#MobilitySnapshots #MakeitSafe

🚲It's National #BikeMonth ! 🎉

Learn how #cities can implement safe, efficient #cycling infrastructure, reduce emissions & encourage more people to ride #bikes with our free Safe #Bicycle Lane Design Principles guide.
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Grab the guidebook➡️ bit.ly/3W7sb3I

League of American Bicyclists

💼👥 We're #hiring !

Join our ⚡️🚍 #ElectricMobility team as a Program Associate and contribute to research and policy that creates thriving, equitable and low-carbon cities.

Learn more and apply: bit.ly/3WhGnHJ

#nowhiring #jobs earch #jobs #careers

🆕 Urban practitioners are joining forces with IPCC experts to co-create the Special Report on #ClimateChange & #Cities . Get insights on how this could influence global policy + shape local #ClimateAction from ICLEI's Ariel Dekovic & ICLEI_advocacy: bit.ly/3JyLpru

🌱 Proper battery disposal and recycling are crucial for environmental sustainability.

In week 6, learn how to promote a circular economy and minimize environmental impact in our E-Mobility course! #Recycling #Sustainability #EMobility

Register at bit.ly/3PXlpdb

🌐 #Peshawar is leading change in sustainable #urbanmobility ! Join us for a webinar spotlighting their innovative BRT services. Learn how they're integrating electric vehicles and prioritizing equitable planning processes. Register today: bit.ly/3U8FQFk

Urbanism job seekers: a very cool early-career role at WRI Ross Cities is now hiring. This is a great job for a globally-oriented cities person with research and evaluation skills [also it’s my old job]! 🌃🌆🏙️🍃🌎

jobs.jobvite.com/wri/job/o5DWsf…

❓Did you know more than half of all road traffic deaths are among 🚶🏽‍♀️pedestrians, 🚲cyclists & 🏍️motorcyclists?

Explore innovative solutions like continuous sidewalks, curb ramps, and anti-skid paving to enhance street safety in #cities ⬇️

🔗 bit.ly/3UxtCqT #RoadSafety