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Shared micromobility has the potential to benefit low-income areas, but challenges like pricing and availability need addressing. Targeted price discounts and reduced permit fees could make these services more accessible and beneficial to residents in underserved neighborhoods. https://lnkd.in/gN2wm-j8 #Micromobility #SharedMobility #Inclusion #Affordability #UrbanTransport

🚀🌍 Connecting Communities Across 700 Cities! 🚀🌍 Today, we're proud to share a remarkable milestone! We have officially expanded our reach to over 700 cities, creating a vast tapestry of connections that transcend geographical boundaries through the launch of our app in each city. This achievement is a testament to the collective efforts of our teams and our global community, who have played an instrumental role in making this journey possible. From bustling metropolises to charming towns, we're now weaving the fabric of urban mobility solutions across diverse landscapes, allowing us to become an integral part of the daily lives of millions around the world. Together, we're not just connecting cities; we're forging bonds, fostering mobility, challenging injustice and creating a world where everyone can seamlessly and fairly navigate their way. Here's to the next set of horizons, new connections, and the boundless possibilities that lie ahead! 🌟🚗 #Peopledriven #inDrive #700Cities #GlobalMobility #JourneyTogether 

I posted this a year ago as a goal which still remains. Sharing again with updated text to reflect situation today. Challenge: Getting out of my silo! 💡 Over the past year, as part of my dissertation research, I hosted a series of Warsaw-based Urban Mobility Workshops. I also called these ‘Mobility Thought Labs’ as they tended to be cerebral experiences where participants were able to unpack their feelings & experiences regarding different forms of mobility, reflect on issues of movement & neighborhood life during the pandemic & share how they would reshape their mobility habits if they could (or wanted to). These experiences attracted many people who are really dialed into issues of sustainable mobility as well as very conscious of their own mobility decisions & the broader impact. This made for really great organic focus group-like experiences which I really valued. However some of the workshops, for example with different elderly groups, were with participants who didn’t think much about ‘sustainable mobility’ & maybe even despite relying on walking as their primary mobility, had never heard the term #walkability. These were, for me, some of the juiciest experiences as they provided an opportunity to get out of the silo. I look forward to getting in front of and interacting with more groups of people who have never heard of the term walkability before. Talking with communities about the benefits public transit can bring. Interacting with planners and public transit authorities to advocate for bus shelters, safety at stations, quality sidewalks & more. Communicating with skeptics that the #15minutecity is not about restricting freedom but in fact quite the opposite - a liberation to choose to move by foot. Also communicating how important it is to center issues of equity when we discuss and advocate for the concept. I am currently back in the USA, dipped immediately back into a culture of near total car dominance. Getting out of my silo necessitates bringing my voice to this culture - understanding that for many, a choice to switch modes does not exist or is wildly inconvenient. There is work to do to simultaneously destigmatize walking & PT in such places while we advocate for further development of such options. Because it is not only about investment & infrastructure but also culture & psychology.  #mobilitythoughtlab #mobilityparadigm #sustainablemobility

A Year On Within The EV Space And It Still Feels So Terribly Lonely Here. **Sensitive Post** "Inclusion is not bringing people into what already exists;it is making a new space, a better space for everyone" George Dei According to a November 2021 survey, the breakdown of EV drivers by ethnicity in the United Kingdom is as follows: ⤷ White: 82% of EV drivers identified as White, making it the most prevalent ethnic group driving electric vehicles in the country. ⤷ Black, African, Caribbean, and Black British: This group represented the second largest ethnic group among EV drivers, accounting for 5%. These statistics highlight the need for continued efforts to promote diversity and inclusivity in the switch to electric. I strongly believe that these statistics have evolved since 2021, however, we still have more work to be done. Having attended quite a few EV shows and seminars in the past months,where there is so much talk about accessibility, diversity, and inclusion but with little action. I decided to take a stand and launch an initiative I called “Talk N Do – Electric” to promote NetZero primarily within the minority communities. The focus of this initiative hinges on the following: →Educating on EVs →Affordability →Community engagement →Sustainable sports event →Educating on climate change →Sustainability →Networking events →Career talks →EV exhibitions Let's walk the talk or rather #TalkNDo - electric. Together, let's move the needle on lack of representation, diversity, accessibility and inclusivity within the EV space. A single tree cannot make a forest. If you're compelled to join forces with me, please don't hesitate to reach out and let's create an electrifying space for everyone to thrive. #accessibility #diversity #inclusivity #netzero #sustainability

The Future is in Our Hands. We can make it business-as-usual, or we can make something extraordinary, a future filled with equity and justice, where our cities offer a quality of life that helps everyone reach their potential. What future do you want - for yourself, your children, you grandkids? How do you imagine it? Share your vision and join the movement to create a better tomorrow. Your ideas and actions can make a difference. Let’s work together to build cities where everyone feels valued, empowered, and enjoys an exceptional quality of life. #InclusiveCities #Futuregenerations #UrbanInnovation #cityshaping #citymaking #sustainablecities

The City of Casey will be home to more than half a million people by 2040. That's alot of people moving around in a space less than 400 square kilometers! So to address these challenges and ensure that our residents can move around sustainably and efficiently, our award winning Smart Cities team have launched the new Future Mobility Living Lab to engage community and business in the conversation. If you are interested in contributing to this discussion, or exploring some of the grants, you can find more detail in the link in the comments. Adam Ryan, Pearl Li Ng GAICD, Kara Stuart, Tamara Ekanayake

How can we fix the transport dead spots in urban areas? Many urban areas struggle with "transport dead spots"—places lacking public transportation options that force residents to rely almost exclusively on personal cars. This negatively impacts the quality of life, as well as the environment. As employers with staff living in these areas, we have a responsibility to help address this challenge. When entire areas lack public transport 🚌🚉, it places undue financial burdens on residents and hinders access to jobs and services. By addressing these transport gaps, we can create better connected and more sustainable communities for all. Imagine empowering your team with emission-slashing mobility. By making electric bikes, scooters, and shuttles accessible near their homes, you can reduce emissions while enhancing work-life flow. Freed from lengthy commutes, productivity and morale get a boost. Equitable transit is key to thriving communities. With improved mobility options that don't require personal car ownership, we help connect talented individuals to opportunities, regardless of difficulties accessing employment hubs. By bridging the gaps through micromobility, neighborhoods reconnect—and your talent pool widens. 🤝🌃 Let's end transport dead spots and promote access and quality of life for citizens across the entire urban landscape. So, how can you partner with cities on micromobility solutions that lift disadvantaged areas? 💭🤔 #sustainability #triply #micromobility

An enlightening session was held at the Senior Citizen Council, discussing solutions for transportation commuting issues in smart cities with Dr. Ashok Jetawat. Let's pave the way for accessible and efficient mobility! #SeniorCitizenCouncil #SmartCities #TransportationSolutions #ElderlyEmpowerment #CommunityEngagement #UrbanMobility #SmartCityInitiatives #SeniorSupport #AccessibleTransportation #ElderlyRights #PublicTransportation #MobilitySolutions #SmartCityDevelopment #AgeFriendlyCities #InclusiveTransport #SustainableMobility #UrbanPlanning #SeniorCare #CommunityDialogue #TransportationIssues #CityDevelopment #SeniorCitizenRights #SmartTransportation #PublicPolicy #CommunityInvolvement #DrAshokJetawat

The last decade has seen promising advancements in sustainable mobility, but challenges persist, including rising car-related deaths and unequal access to mobility. To achieve just and sustainable mobilities, we must prioritize mobility justice, inclusive planning, and community engagement. https://lnkd.in/gZa-djUB #SustainableMobility #MobilityJustice #InclusivePlanning #CommunityEngagement #SafeStreets