Cycling Cities Start with Streets Designed for All Ages
The benefits of cycling over cars are evident: improved physical health, reduced transportation costs, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. However, despite these advantages, access...
We Need to Make Cycling Inclusive and Accessible to All
When cities plan access for people with different abilities, they function better for all people. As cities worldwide face challenges of congestion, pollution, safety...
How Does Cycling Infrastructure in These Global Cities Measure Up?
In 2021, ITDP launched the Cycling Cities campaign, building off of momentum around cycling that emerged during the COVID-19 pandemic. During the pandemic, many...
The Power of People Near Protected Bikelanes
In celebration of World Bicycle Day, ITDP is delving into what it means to measure People Near Protected Bikelanes and what this measurement means for...
Are We Falling Short On Our Global Road Safety Goals?
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), global road deaths average over 3,200 per day, with road traffic crashes remaining the leading killer of...
Why We Need E-Bikes As A Climate and Mobility Solution
People in cities all around the world have been seeing a new phenomenon on their streets: electric bicycles, or e-bikes. Whether branded as part...
Why We Need E-Bikes As A Climate and Mobility Solution
People in cities all around the world have been seeing a new phenomenon on their streets: electric bicycles, or e-bikes. Whether branded as part...
Why The Right To Repair Our Bicycles Is Essential
In most of the world, bicycles are a well-known artifact and are an essential aspect of people’s lives: they may have been one of...
In Photos: Celebrating Two Years of the Cycling Cities Campaign
ITDP launched the Cycling Cities campaign in 2021 to bring together a coalition of cities, partners, and pledge signers to work towards providing safe...
Why Cities Need to Invest in Active Mobility for the Climate and Economy
Current urbanization trends, rising incomes, and increased vehicle ownership are steering cities toward a future with 40% less travel by walking, cycling, and public...
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