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Experts Recognize Bicycles as the Future of Sustainability in Cities

02 Oct 2022 | Synopsis

"...network scientists, climate activists, and urban planners are convinced that Autonomous Vehicles do not hold the key to futuristic travel, at least in cities. Instead, the simple manual - or not so simple electric - bicycle is the key to sustainable cities with less congestion and increased mobility.

"The many billions spent on R&D of new auto options dwarfs the only about $2 billion spent on bike and pedestrian initiatives across EU."

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I Rode An Electric Bike to Work, and Here's What I Learned

02 Oct 2022 | Synopsis

"What first felt like cheating is now a noble steed of steel."

"At first, the ease with which I could climb hills made me feel guilty, but that only fueled me to go further than before... It was the quickest way to get through the city while avoiding traffic and parking frustrations...They also entice people who wouldn’t otherwise get on a bike.

For comparison, most e-scooters with suspension cost upwards of $2k, but bike cost $999."

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Now, Ride An E-Bike from Mumbai Bus Stops to Your Last Destination; BEST Launches New Connectivity Service

02 Oct 2022 | Synopsis

The e-bikes can be picked up from...bus stops and can be returned to any e-bike facilities that have been set up across the city. The base fare of the bike is Rs 20 and Rs 3 will be added for every kilometre travelled.

"The bikes can ride at a maximum speed of 25 km/h. A driving license is not required to use the bike as they are gearless and low-powered.

"...conducting public trials of service since June and as many as 40K people registered.

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Dutch Railway Operator NS Goes Electric: E-bikes Added to Transport Options

02 Oct 2022 | Synopsis

"The trial started with 30 e-bikes in the familiarly branded blue and yellow of NS at Driebergen-Zeist.

"...make it even easier for travellers who have to travel a little further from the station to take a bicycle for the last part of their journey...The e-bikes can travel up to 110 km depending in what mode they’re being driven.The rental cost of an OV e-bike is €10 per day, compared to €4.15 for a regular pedal pusher. "

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Telus Bikes: Morocco's New Sustainable Transport?

02 Oct 2022 | Synopsis

"Electric bikes are the best option to support Morocco’s green economic transition while also addressing growing energy prices and city traffic...

"Moroccan startup Cloud Bike is launching its first 'made in Morocco' commercial brand of electric bikes..encouraging the transition to a green and inclusive economy.

"This sustainability plan is part of the Green Morocco Plan..."

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Bill Gates: You'll Never Solve Climate Change By Asking People to Consume Less

01 Oct 2022 | Synopsis

"...having a few rich countries, a few rich companies and a few rich individuals buy their way out so they can say they're not part of the problem, that has nothing to do with solving the problem...not that many people are prepared to be worse off because of climate requirements.

"To make meaningful change on climate change, that green premium has to slowly reduced and then eliminated in all sectors of the economy."

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You're A Climate-Conscious Consumer. It's Time To Become A 'Climate Citizen.'

01 Oct 2022 | Synopsis

"..dozens of kids in Montgomery County, MD pushed their school board to lease more than 300 electric buses.

"In 2019, a group of 7,600 Amazon employees signed a petition demanding that the company increase its emissions-reduction goals and cut tailpipe pollution in frontline communities. Within a year, it ordered 100,000 electric trucks.

"Climate citizens can help to catalyze this once-in-a-generation opportunity to change our country..."

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I'm a Republican Who Supports Environmental Stewardship But Biden's Electric Car Obsession Is Not the Answer

01 Oct 2022 | Synopsis

"As a licensed forester, I support environmental stewardship, reducing carbon emissions...EVs are not the solution, and the numbers show the juice is not worth the squeeze.

"If we could wave a magic wand and turn every U.S. passenger car into an EV, global greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) would be reduced by a mere 0.9%.

This is unacceptable when we can affordably meet our energy needs through this country’s vast natural resources."

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DeSantis And Other Florida Republicans Face a Climate Change Quandary

01 Oct 2022 | Synopsis

AP "reported that 'Ian's rapid intensification occurred after it traveled over Caribbean waters that are about 1.8 degrees Fahrenheit (1 degree Celsius) warmer than normal, largely because of climate change.

"The governor has steered clear of venturing an explanation as to why sea levels are rising and storms are intensifying.."

DeSantis...is not alone among Florida elected officials in wanting to steer clear of that discussion."

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Ronald DeSantis, Climate Change Denier and Disaster Relief Refuser, May Finally Face Reality

01 Oct 2022 | Synopsis

"For a tinhorn politician with lofty plans for the future, DeSantis has been handed some actual governor-ing to do...

"...when he was merely a Tea Party nuisance in Congress, he voted against similar relief for the victims of Superstorm Sandy.

"Your state has been dealt a historic blow, intensified by natural phenomena that your political base doesn’t believe exists."

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