Driving change in urban mobility
M17 – Cities Moving by Liuhuaying Yang
Cars are a heavy burden on our cities. They are noisy, polluting, take up precious space, and consequently have a negative impact on our health. They also require costly infrastructure. So, should we get rid of all cars?
While car-free cities in the near future may seem unrealistic, we believe there’s a compelling middle ground – embracing infrastructure that integrates cars with more sustainable alternatives, such as public transport, cycling, and walking. Paris, for example, is transforming roads and parking spaces into green areas as part of its carbon-neutral plan, with cyclists now outnumbering motorists.
For Earth Day this month, we’ve discovered a tool that strives to address the environmental, social, and economic challenges associated with traditional mobility systems. Created by Liuhuaying Yang, Cities Moving offers fresh insights on urban mobility and its intricate ties to city size and income. The visualisation is a result of interdisciplinary collaborations and cutting-edge research, analysing data from nearly 800 cities across 61 countries.
We love that the tool helps us better understand mobility patterns worldwide, and contributes to the promotion of diverse transportation ecosystems that alleviate congestion, enhance accessibility, and create liveable urban environments. Join the quest to drive change and shape the cities of tomorrow.
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