On an October evening in 2024, a gardener named Svein Hodne was driving home from vacation on a wind-buffeted coastal road in southwest Norway when his electric car began behaving strangely. Yellow and red warnings lit up its display. An alarm went off. The car lost power. Hodne barely managed to turn off the road […] Continue reading at the publisher's website.

Public transport is more than just a way to get from one place to another. It is the lifeline of every city, connecting people to jobs, education, healthcare, and social opportunities. In most urban areas around the world, public transport, both formal and informal, accounts for between 40% and 70% of all motorized trips. In […] Continue reading at the publisher's website.

In a landmark move toward more sustainable and inclusive urban development, the Government of Egypt has launched the Egypt Active Mobility Strategy 2025–2034, a comprehensive national framework designed to transform how people move within Egyptian cities. The strategy redefines the role of walking and cycling in Egypt’s transport system, placing people, rather than vehicles, at […] Continue reading at the publisher's website.

In a landmark move toward more sustainable and inclusive urban development, the Government of Egypt has launched the Egypt Active Mobility Strategy 2025–2034, a comprehensive national framework designed to transform how people move within Egyptian cities. The strategy redefines the role of walking and cycling in Egypt’s transport system, placing people, rather than vehicles, at […] Continue reading at the publisher's website.

Does your city or region deserve more recognition for new transport, street design, or policy improvements that increase mobility and improve quality-of-life for your residents? The Sustainable Transport Award (STA) is a unique, global recognition conferred by a committee of international experts in sustainable transport. The post Nominations Are Open for the 2027 Sustainable Transport […] Continue reading at the publisher's website.

Around 2010, solar module prices dropped 80 percent. This was a game-changer for the sector. In many countries, it opened the doors to massive new solar investment. But in other places — primarily low and middle-income countries (LMICs) — the drop in prices was not enough. Even with cheaper technology, the concerns were substantial: perceived […] Continue reading at the publisher's website.

To meet global climate goals, ITDP research shows that cities must both reduce vehicle trips and electrify the remaining vehicles. Electrification discussions often focus on private cars, which dominate trips in high-income countries. In low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), however, most trips occur on public transport and two-wheelers — segments that have received less attention. […] Continue reading at the publisher's website.

Step outside on a busy street in any major city, and the air tells a story. It carries the smell of engines, the haze of exhaust, and the invisible particles that enter our lungs with every breath. Urban passenger transport (cars, buses, motorcycles, and taxis) remains one of the most significant sources of harmful air […] Continue reading at the publisher's website.

As governments worldwide face looming climate targets and commitments, the road freight sector stands at a critical crossroads for decarbonization. Trucks facilitate the movement of nearly everything that keeps modern life running — from food and clothing to construction materials and manufactured goods. Yet freight also accounts for an ever-growing share of global emissions, energy […] Continue reading at the publisher's website.