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Voi Technology has just hit an incredible milestone in Stockholms stad, the city where our journey began in 2018 🛴 💚 On June 23, 2024, we celebrated our 🎉 20 millionth ride 🎉 in this vibrant city. The ride was taken by one of our loyal users who has been with us for 2.5 years, marking their 277th ride. Did you know? Stockholm is not just our hometown; it's a global leader in sustainable urban mobility! Here are some fun facts: 🌍 Stockholm’s ambitious climate targets: The city aims to be fossil fuel-free by 2040, striving for a greener, cleaner future for all its residents. And while car-use slightly decreased in 2023, there is a lot more to be done to reach this target together. 🚲 Bike-friendly city: Stockholm boasts over 760 kilometers of bike lanes, making it one of the most bike- and e-scooter friendly cities in the world. This network allows thousands of cyclists and e-scooter riders to navigate the city safely and efficiently every day. 🚗 Car-free city center: Stockholm has announced a groundbreaking plan to transform part of its city center into a car-free zone. Starting from December 31 a 20-block area will only permit zero-emission vehicles while banning petrol and diesel cars entirely. This initiative aims to drastically reduce air pollution and noise, creating a healthier environment for residents and visitors alike. We share the City of Stockholm’s vision of greener, more livable cities. Here’s to many more rides 💚 🛴

Imagine a safe, sustainable city without car dominance. I came across, together with Daniel Bumann an inspiring poster in Biel, Switzerland and I looked it up. The website is available in German and French and it describes many of the solutions for "How do we get there?" - the vision for car-free cities. The vibrant and inspiring illustrated map (same as the front page) links the solutions for sustainable city, from 15-minute city to car-pooling and so on. You can explore the solutions on the website here: https://lnkd.in/dz-6KTAQ And if you are local, you can also order the poster and support the campaign "The traffic future begins now. Let's rebuild our transport system - towards sustainable mobility. We want to reduce dependence on motorized individual transport and promote environmentally friendly forms of transport. We have to massively reduce traffic without restricting our mobility. We can't help but question existing structures: from street space to our values, fundamental changes are needed." #Biel

💡📚 MED COLOURS' suggested readings for a more resilient and sustainable #UrbanLogistics! ✨ 👉🏼 What advantages can #CargoBikes bring for #UrbanDistribution? 📦 ✅ In recent years, Cargo Bikes have emerged as champions of #LastMileDelivery, reshaping Urban Logistics and enabling a significant step towards cleaner, greener and more resilient cities. The integration of these vehicles, which are clearly more sustainable than traditional last mile delivery vans and enable a more efficient use of space in urban logistics, represents a new era for companies that want to optimise their operations and reduce their environmental impact. ❗ However, the challenges are considerable: without a coherent national framework, municipalities struggle with complex regulations and infrastructural constraints. To try to respond to these issues, Arup and Tour de Force, drawing upon real-world case studies in #Rotterdam, have produced the report ‘Space for Cargo Bikes’, a guide offering practical insights into how cities can successfully integrate cargo bikes into their urban logistics environment. 🔍 A brief summary of the report and the full report are available here: https://lnkd.in/esE64KAd 👉🏻 Solutions such as Cargo Bikes and alternative and more sustainable #Delivery methods, which can make urban logistics more efficient and sustainable, will also be tested in the #MEDCOLOURSProject. 🎯 #MEDCOLOURS involves 6 cities (Livorno, Cesena, Thessaloniki, Koper, Lisbon, and Lyon) in the implementation of 5 #PilotActions and 6 #SustainableUrbanLogisticsPlans, with the objective of upscaling towards a new generation of logistics and urban planning that allows the transition towards decarbonised and smart cities. ℹ️ Find out more about our project: 🌐 https://lnkd.in/dVt-PCmS

Voi has just hit an incredible milestone in Stockholm, the city where our journey began in 2018 🛴💚 On June 23, 2024, we celebrated our 🎉 20 millionth ride 🎉 in this vibrant city. The ride was taken by one of our loyal users who has been with us for 2.5 years, marking their 277th ride. Did you know? Stockholm is not just our hometown; it's a global leader in sustainable urban mobility! Here are some fun facts: 🌍 Stockholm’s ambitious climate targets: The city aims to be fossil fuel-free by 2040, striving for a greener, cleaner future for all its residents. And while car-use slightly decreased in 2023, there is a lot more to be done to reach this target together. 🚲 Bike-friendly city: Stockholm boasts over 760 kilometers of bike lanes, making it one of the most bike- and e-scooter friendly cities in the world. This network allows thousands of cyclists and e-scooter riders to navigate the city safely and efficiently every day. 🚗 Car-free city center: Stockholm has announced a groundbreaking plan to transform part of its city center into a car-free zone. Starting from December 31 a 20-block area will only permit zero-emission vehicles while banning petrol and diesel cars entirely. This initiative aims to drastically reduce air pollution and noise, creating a healthier environment for residents and visitors alike. We share Stockholms stad's vision of greener, more livable cities. Here’s to many more millions of rides 🛴💚

More lanes won't fix our cities. Not even greener cars. Our cities need more car-less drivers! Next time, try to get around like this: 1. walk 2. bike 3. public transport 4. private cars We know in some cities, it's just not possible. We would be afraid to bike in Prague. Sustainable mobility unlocks top-down: It's 98% about urban planning! Agree? PS: How are you getting to work tomorrow? Let us know in the comments!

Sustainable mobility depends largely on urban planning, which should prioritize non-car options. Some cities may not be ideal for biking due to safety, but improving infrastructure can help. Developing mixed-use neighborhoods for people to live, work, and shop in one area, in addition creating green corridors for walking and biking are excellent solutions. These approaches not only reduce traffic congestion but also improve the overall quality of urban living.

🛣️❌Road widening is often seen as a quick fix to ease traffic congestion. However, this approach has repeatedly proven ineffective, as it merely reinforces car dependency, which ultimately increases congestion and travel times. To create sustainable transport systems, in both urban and rural areas, we must shift our focus from reactive measures like road widening to proactive and strategic transport planning. A car-centric approach to urban planning only deepens the problem whereas sustainable transit solutions can enhance urban mobility, reduce pollution, and improve the overall quality of life. Effective transport planning considers the unique needs of each region, accounting for factors like population, demographics, employment opportunities and resources. 🌍🌱The solution lies in tailored, context-specific solutions that provide adequate infrastructure to encourage cycling and walking, improve access to public transport, and support the transition to EVs where necessary. It is access to the right infrastructure in right locations that empowers people to make greener transportation choices and reduce reliance on cars where possible. While urban planning concepts that revolve around mixed-use neighbourhoods, 15-minute cities, and liveable neighbourhoods may work well in some areas, it is crucial to recognize that transport planning must be 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲𝘅𝘁-𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻. A one-size-fits-all approach won't work. Instead, flexible, locally adapted policies can prioritize 𝘀𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 based on local conditions, ensuring that both urban and rural areas receive the appropriate solutions to meet their distinct challenges. #policy #urbanmobility #activecommunities #infrastructure #accessibility

🌱 Driving Košice Towards a Sustainable Future! Modernizing public transport is a crucial step toward eco-friendly urban development. Innovative trolleybuses, known as "parciály," offer a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to traditional buses. 👉 Cities like Lyon, Prague, and Genova are already benefiting from this cutting-edge technology. Why not Košice? 📢 Let’s rally for the preservation and modernization of Košice's trolleybus system. Together, we can make green mobility a reality. Learn more:https://lnkd.in/ewMZA3Eh #Sustainability #Trolleybus #Košice #EcoFriendly #Mobility

**Congratulations to Barcelona for Ranking Among the Best Bike Share Cities in 2024!** We are thrilled to celebrate Barcelona's remarkable achievement as one of the top five bike share cities in 2024. According to PBSC Urban Solutions’ Anthony Rinaldi, who shared insights from the Velo-city 2024 roundtable, Barcelona's Bicing bike-sharing system recorded an impressive 17.6 million trips in 2023 and attracted 148,000 subscribers. This accomplishment underscores the city's unwavering commitment to sustainable transportation and sets a benchmark for urban micromobility solutions worldwide. Barcelona's success story is a testament to its strategic investments in expanding and enhancing its bike-sharing infrastructure. By prioritizing accessible and eco-friendly transportation options, Barcelona not only promotes a healthier lifestyle but also addresses urban mobility challenges effectively. Let's celebrate this milestone and look forward to seeing more cities follow Barcelona’s lead in creating sustainable and efficient transportation networks. #UrbanMobility #BikeShare #serveo #bicing #pedalem #SustainableTransport #Barcelona #PBSCUrbanSolutions #VeloCity2024

In the heart of Europe’s cities, the hum of movement tells a complex story. Narrow cobblestone streets blend with sleek bike lanes, while tram bells compete with the whispers of electric cars. Residents cherish the old-world charm but wrestle with 21st-century demands for speed and sustainability. 🇮🇹 Imagine a commuter in Milan, caught between an overburdened metro and the lure of a scooter-share app. 🇳🇱 Or a tourist in Amsterdam, marveling at its bike-first infrastructure yet frustrated by its limits during peak hours. 🇫🇷 In Paris, innovation is palpable. Dedicated bus lanes and urban e-scooters promise progress; but, met with debates over equity and safety. This evolving narrative is both inspiring and daunting. European cities are at the forefront of global mobility innovation, yet challenges persist. Balancing history and modernity, equity and efficiency, sustainability and convenience is no small feat. The question is no longer whether change is happening, but how these cities can adapt gracefully. With each step, pedal, or charge, the vision of connected, greener cities becomes clearer. Yet, the road ahead remains uncertain; filled with opportunities to redefine movement and reshape how we live.