By Michael Replogle, ITDP More than $100 trillion in cumulative public and private spending, and 1,700 megatons of annual carbon dioxide (CO2)—a 40 percent reduction of urban passenger transport emissions—could be eliminated by 2050 if the world expands public transportation, walking and cycling in cities, according to a new study, A Global High Shift Scenario,…
With five systems, 547 kilometers, and 1,004 stations of mass transit, Mexico City has enormous potential to become a global leader in transit-oriented development (TOD). Investing in new, mixed-use developments along mass transit corridors would bring big benefits to city residents, including more accessibility, reduced travel times and congestion, and more vibrant, livable communities. To…
This report provides an analysis of current problems and design recommendations for three selected sites in Tianjin, China, on issues of land use, density, non-motorized transport (NMT) and parking standards. ITDP carried out site investigation and data collection during June 18-22, participated in a World Bank workshop during June 23-27, and improved and combined the presentation files afterward. The design for…
This report provides an analysis of current problems and design recommendations for three selected sites in Tianjin, China, on issues of land use, density, non-motorized transport (NMT) and parking standards. ITDP carried out site investigation and data collection during June 18-22, participated in a World Bank workshop during June 23-27, and improved and combined the presentation files afterward. The design for…