Sustainable Mobility Insights

Men and women experiences of the transport system differ.

Women often encounter barriers: unsafe routes, poorly linked systems, or sometimes harassment.

World Bank's toolkit is a resource for transport professionals & policymakers dedicated to bridging these disparities.

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📢 Webinar alert

📆 Save the date: 6th August 2025

Engage with leading experts to deliberate on the technical challenges, opportunities, and design considerations essential for developing the Battery Aadhar framework tailored to India's unique needs.

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The Walking and Cycling in Africa report (2022) by @unep.org revealed the urgent need to invest in safe, accessible & inclusive infrastructure to transform the experience of those who walk & cycle.

More info: bit.ly/452YgxF

#ShareTheRoad

Regulation of imported vehicles only, entering the fleet has a limited impact if no regulations are in place to monitor, evaluate, and maintain the existing fleet and retire old fleet.

More info on the the World Bank report here: bit.ly/3TUPDyT

📢Internship opportunity!

Are you a final-year student undertaking a relevant Bachelor's degree or a recent graduate (Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD), passionate about #ClimateAction towards sustainable transportation?

Apply for this 6-month internship via the UN careers portal 👉 bit.ly/4kRC0eV

The ACCESS project will leverage digital solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve urban mobility, and create more efficient, sustainable, and user-friendly urban transport options in Latin America.

Learn more: bit.ly/4msoHDC

#AccessProject

Join UNEP, the Africa E-Mobility Alliance and the Ethiopian Ministry of Transport and Logistics at the Africa E-Mobility Week #AEW2025 in Addis Ababa to shape the continent's sustainable transport future.

Save the date
📅 14–16 October 2025

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Last week, UNEP's #ShareTheRoad programme, along with GIZ & Agora Verkehrswende, brought together representatives from member states, policymakers & financiers to identify concrete actions to accelerate Africa's shift toward low-carbon, equitable mobility systems.

Info: bit.ly/45aH9Zh

Prioritizing heavy-duty vehicle standards in global, regional, and national strategies is crucial for combating air pollution, addressing #ClimateChange & enhancing road safety.

Read more on the report here: bit.ly/49BGfGq #HDVReport

Digitized payments make public transit convenient & accessible making it easy for people to choose sustainable transport options.

The ACCESS project aims to help countries in LAC reduce emissions by improving mobility & providing user-friendly options for all through digitalisation.

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The #ClimateCrisis cannot be solved by one country alone.

Every country has an obligation to contribute to #ClimateAction committments to help tackle the triple planetary crisis.

The 4-year project by SolutionsPlus in Quito, Ecuador has enabled an inclusive approach towards mobility, which can help the country achieve its climate goals.

Learn more about the project here: bit.ly/3M3gy7X

From the #ClimateCrisis to deepening inequalities, the world faces multiple challenges without boundaries.
Strong partnerships & greater cooperation are key to achieving the hashtag#GlobalGoals.

Thank you to all partners for your support in the UNEP's sustainable mobility projects: bit.ly/3w4o8uC

As economies grow and transport activity surges, emissions are on the rise. To foster a cleaner transport sector, prioritizing safe and pleasant walking and cycling infrastructures is crucial.

How can we achieve this?

Learn more here: bit.ly/3v2kGQv

#GoPAAPAM

Partnership to Policy: How Global and Regional Cooperation Eliminated Leaded Petrol The global elimination of leaded petrol in 2021 is one of the significant achievements for the environment and health. The success is attributed to a cooperative journey of continued advocacy and enga...

The global elimination of leaded petrol in 2021 is one of the most significant achievements for the right to environment and health.

The success is attributed to a cooperative journey of continued advocacy and engagement driven by international and regional entities.

More info: bit.ly/4lEI9vW

🆕 Report

The real-world data collected by The Real Urban Emissions Initiative (TRUE) in Kampala, Uganda, paints a concerning picture of an ageing fleet increasing alarming vehicle pollution levels.

Explore the findings here: bit.ly/45L8VOq

Road transport emits 8.4 gigatons of CO2 yearly.

At the Drive Electric Campaign's first meeting in Africa, held in Nairobi last week, the key players discussed how to accelerate the shift to zero-emission mobility.

More on UNEP's work on electric mobility: bit.ly/4daAzo8

Did you know that 30 minutes of walking and cycling can:
✅ Reduce air pollution, safeguarding the environment
✅ Prevent millions of premature deaths from chronic diseases
✅ Improve your health, saving global healthcare systems $300B by 2030

More on the benefits in this WHO report: lnkd.in/d5bief6T

Are you a non-profit with expertise in sustainable transport?

UNEP's Sustainable Mobility Unit is seeking implementing partners to advance policies, pilot projects, and knowledge-sharing in low- and middle-income regions.

📅 Deadline: 7 July 2025

Apply now here: tinyurl.com/3fvrp93v

The transition to electric mobility globally is gaining significant momentum, particularly in developing countries.

Learn more in this insightful interview with Rob de Jong on the potential for a rapid shift to electric motorcycles and 3-wheelers in developing countries.
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Millions of people in Latin America & the Caribbean (LAC) walk & cycle daily out of necessity. A project is underway to improve walking & cycling in the region. Relevant stakeholders are encouraged to share ideas & help mobilize change by filling out this survey: bit.ly/3HKeWAP

Africa’s population is projected to increase by 32% by 2030, putting pressure on the transport systems. Investing in sustainable transportation is crucial to mitigate pressures on the environment, resources, & human health.

Learn more on the @unep.org transport work across the globe: bit.ly/3w4o8uC

A warm welcome to the participants of the Drive Electric Campaign meeting that kicked off this week in Nairobi, Kenya!

Supported by ClimateWorks Foundation, the gathering brings together more than 50 global leaders to accelerate the #EV transition targets.

Info:https://bit.ly/4eby4nJ

Whether it’s for work or for pleasure, the choices we make on how we get from one place to another can help reduce carbon emissions and improve air quality - a win-win!

Let's #ActNow and make smart transport choices: shorturl.at/itZ59

Freight is a major contributor to emissions and road accidents.
To curb future growth in emissions, used vehicles must meet minimum standards and countries adopt green freight strategies.

More info: bit.ly/49BGfGq

#HDVReport

🎉 Congratulations to the Active Mobility Team that is working on the Pan African Plan for Active Mobility (PAAPAM) under @unep.org #ShareTheRoad programme.

Thank you @ecf.com for recognizing this initiative.

More info on PAAPAM: bit.ly/3v2kGQv

#GoPAAPAM

The use of digital systems has led to significant comprehensive improvements to the public transportation system in Mérida.

✅CO2 emissions down by 29.3% per passenger
✅Users are satisfied
✅Real-time updates
✅Seamless payments

More Info: bit.ly/4msoHDC

Digitalisation, integration & emerging issues in transport Applying a digitalization approach to the transport sector to enable the design of more inclusive transport policies and systems

As the world’s most urbanized region, Latin America is experiencing unique challenges in reducing its carbon footprint.

Digitalisation can help optimize routes and reduce emissions in the transport sector.

bit.ly/4gd6GWL

#ACCESS

Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay!

Join us live from Jeju, South Korea, for the commemoration of this year’s celebration as the world spotlights actions to #BeatPlasticPollution for a healthier, cleaner future for all.

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