United Kingdom
London
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Who cares about sharing?
People prefer car sharing, where you drive a car alone but share it with others, to ride sharing, where you drive together with other people. “You feel obliged to interact with other people. With ride sharing, you feel like you have to give something back. This is social indebtedness, and people generally don’t want that in everyday life.”
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Diesel pollution sky-high in Brussels
Diesel transport causes alarming amounts of pollution in Brussels, a new study shows. Will the EU Commission's upcoming Euro 7 legislation help clear the air?
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Bringing urban mobility to the next level
A Eurocities policy statement provides key recommendations to EU policymakers to ensure that cities can make the most out of the EU Commission’s upcoming ‘Efficient & Green Mobility Package.’
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Raising the bar on transport pollution
This week London expanded its Ultra Low Emission Zone, as it rushes to improve air quality and protect residents’ health.
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A breath of fresh air
Newly published air quality guidelines from the World Health Organisation shine a harsh light on how poor air affects health and what the EU must do to catch up.
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How did cities stop moving during lockdown?
New analysis of Google data by the City of Vienna shows how different types of lockdown affected people’s mobility patterns in cities across Europe.
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London invests in green space for climate and equality
The Mayor of London has unveiled two new funds to give more Londoners access to green spaces and to use these spaces to tackle climate change.
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Eight European ‘Champion Cities’ selected
Eight members of Eurocities are among the 50 finalists in the ‘Global Mayors Challenge’ for the most innovative responses to the Covid-19 crisis.
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London to get shared e-bikes to boost cycling
From next summer, the UK capital will receive 500 pedal assist bicycles as part of a renewed membership with sponsor Santander.
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Digital Services Act, why should you care?
The Digital Services Act is moving through its legislative process, but it remains an abstract piece of legislation in most people’s minds, yet it will have real life consequences for everyone.
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A chat with London on Digital Day
We take the occasion of Digital Day to dig deeper into London’s plans for the digital transition.
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