#CarFreeCity: now there’s evidence to suggest that cities should invest in walking and cycling infrastructure, not just because it lowers air and noise pollution, but because it would be better for society in general.
#CompactWalkableCities
https://jalopnik.com/study-finds-cyclists-are-better-people-than-drivers-1850964103 #BikeTooter
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-023-01258-9
Poor planning for coming #Climate impacts! The result is a concrete sprawl of buildings, roads and other infrastructure.
“China’s rapid urbanization has led to a proliferation of #impermeable surfaces,” he says. “Green spaces such as #parks and gardens play a vital role in water retention. Their dwindling presence due to #urbanization diminishes their capacity to effectively manage excessive rainfall.”
#keepitintheground #DeterioratingCarbonSinks #AcceleratingKeelingCurve #CompactWalkableCities #HalfEarth
Gladwyn d’Souza