The Climate Benefits Of Congestion Charges In New York City
The congestion charges that went into effect in New York City last Sunday will help clean the air of pollutants for better health.
city planning
Dubai Aims To Create “World’s Greenest Highway”
If you’re not familiar with the UAE, it loves superlatives. More than anyone. The most. With the greatest enthusiasm. With the highest aims. It almost seems like everything new has to the tallest, biggest, fastest, or some other superlative. With that in mind, Dubai is aiming to create the “world’s … [continued]
Zero-Emission Zones Are Helping Some Cities Fight Pollution
With growing urban populations and increases in cars, trucks and buses, cities are poised to experience more harmful pollution threatening people’s health and livelihoods. But some cities around the world are turning to an emerging solution called zero-emission zones (ZEZs). These are designated small areas of about 1.5 square miles to 11 square miles … [continued]
Whether Powered By Electrons Or Molecules, Automobiles Are A Curse
Electric automobiles are all well and good but don’t address the problem of too many cars and trucks clogging our roads and cities.
Walkable Neighborhoods & Public Transit Are Part Of The Clean Energy Transition
By expanding renewable power, phasing out fossil fuels, electrifying as much of the economy as possible, and deploying other technologies, the U.S. can achieve its climate goals by 2050 — and a new report from UCS shows how. Transportation is the largest contributor to US global warming emissions, and we have … [continued]
Americans Know Expanding Roads Doesn’t Fix Traffic
A new survey shows that most Americans know that expanding roads doesn’t fix traffic. Why do states keep pursuing these harmful projects?
Decarbonizing Transportation Must Come With People-Powered Mobility Justice
Over the last decade, we have often been promised a better, cleaner, greener mobility future. New ride-hailing services (e.g., Uber founded in 2009; Lyft in 2012), public micromobility systems such as scooters and bikeshares, electrification, shared automated vehicles: all came with the promise of “faster, smarter, greener” cities that would … [continued]
Flooding Issue in NYC? Rooftop Gardens for Bus Stops to the Rescue!
New York City has a lot of concrete, and it’s not located in the desert. As a result, it’s got a problem with flooding, and the problem is only growing. One obvious solution to this problem is to get more soil and greenery in the Big Apple. But where? This … [continued]
Cities Begin To Question Minimum Parking Regulations
Many cities are questioning the wisdom of minimum parking regulations that deprive them of valuable land for development.
Innovative Analysis Tool Opens Path To Better Mobility For All
Mobility Energy Productivity Tool Is Helping Decision-Makers Visualize Equity Gaps in Transportation and Find Solutions How long does it take you to get to work or school? The answer varies widely for many Americans, depending on factors like where they live and whether they own a car. Even in densely … [continued]
