To inspire people to walk instead of overcrowding buses and trams in the center of the Gothenburg, Västtrafik turned its iconic tram map into a walking map.
Frequently replace lower-carbon options — such as public transit, walking, or biking — that consumers might have used otherwise.
Cycling is predicted to increase by 18%, while walking and public transport usage will rise by 15% and 6% respectively.
NUMO's New Mobility Atlas visualizes global growth of shared scooters, bicycles, and mopeds in cities.
Launched last year, the platform and app rewards users for using eco-friendly forms of transportation, including transit and biking.
The points earned using the new app from Miles can be redeemed for goods such as Starbucks coffee or a gift card from Amazon.
When riders hail an Uber Express POOL, they’ll be asked to wait a few minutes prior to the trip’s start, and/or walk to a nearby pick up spot, or from a nearby drop off point, to help optimize the route in as straight a line as possible.
The author of the report, Regina Clewlow, said in a statement that although ridehailing is complementary to transit and helps reduce vehicle ownership, ridehailing services are facilitating a shift away from more sustainable modes of transportation.
Previous studies have found that citizens in areas with more transit options have a lower BMI because transit use also includes walking and biking, however, using BMI for that conclusion doesn’t account for commuters who may eat fast food every day or substitute buses and trains for walking from place to place.
Users of the RideShare progame can be matched for carpooling, biking, walking, and even as bus buddies. UI users also can calculate money saved, miles traveled, and emissions reduced.
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