Tuesday, November 4, 2025

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...

Elevating the Role of Active Mobility at COP28

A note from Heather Thompson, CEO of ITDP, and Sheila Watson, Deputy Director of the FIA Foundation, on active mobility at COP28.The post Elevating...

E-Buses: On the Road to Lowering Emissions and Improving Public Transport

The electrification of a city’s bus fleet allows them to actively fight against the harmful consequences of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). To support e-bus...

E-Buses: On the Road to Lowering Emissions and Improving Public Transport

The electrification of a city’s bus fleet allows them to actively fight against the harmful consequences of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG). To support e-bus...

Two Years In, ITDP’s Cycling Cities Campaign Continues to Make Moves

On the second anniversary of ITDP’s Cycling Cities campaign, it is a time to recognize the remarkable strides made by our partners and cities...

The Right to Walk: Insights from Walk21 Kigali

Walk21 advocates for improvements to walking-related policy and infrastructure to ensure that walking is measured, valued, and prioritized by governments and stakeholders around the...

What’s New and What’s Next for These STA Honorable Mention Cities

Each year, ITDP and the Sustainable Transport Award Committee recognize diverse global cities that have implemented innovative sustainable transportation projects in the preceding year....

Achieving A More Sustainable Future for Africa’s Cities Through Transport

To address challenges and opportunities in implementing sustainable transport in African cities, ITDP Africa, International Climate Initiative (IKI), African Development Bank (AfDB), UN-Habitat, Children’s...

Achieving A More Sustainable Future for Africa’s Cities Through Transport

To address challenges and opportunities in implementing sustainable transport in African cities, ITDP Africa, International Climate Initiative (IKI), African Development Bank (AfDB), UN-Habitat, Children’s...

In China’s Cities, A Return to Cycling Prioritizes People and the Climate

What does the future of ‘cycling cities’ look like for China, what unique challenges do they face, and how are cities already taking action?...

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Each year, the Sustainable Transport Award (STA) honors cities that are redefining their streets and mobility systems to prioritize sustainability, inclusivity, and equity. Since...

Ahead of COP30, the Spotlight is on More Nature-Based Solutions for Cities

It is no secret that cities are responsible for a large share of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and urban transport is one of...

Ahead of COP30, The Spotlight is on More Nature-Based Solutions for Cities

It is no secret that cities are responsible for a large share of global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and urban transport is one of...

A Turning Point for Mexico’s Vehicle Standards — and Its Climate

Three leading civil society organizations — ITDP Mexico, the Mexican Center for Environmental Law (CEMDA), and El Poder del Consumidor (EPC) — recently joined together...