Resilient urban development, mobility and infrastructure

Sustainable mobility systems

Integrated multimodal transport systems combining public transit, active mobility (walking/cycling), shared mobility services, zero-emission vehicles, and smart infrastructure. These physical systems supported by policies that enable seamless, affordable, and accessible transportation such as integrated passenger data, unified payment systems, and high service frequency. This solution shifts urban travel away from energy-intensive private car use, particularly within cities.

Axis: Building Resilience for Cities, Infrastructure and Water

Key Objective: Resilient urban development, mobility and infrastructure

Why it matters

Sustainable mobility can cut urban transport emissions in half by 2030 through a large-scale shift to public transport. It also reduces air pollution exposure, improves public health through active mobility, enhances social equity through accessible transport options, and supports economic development by lowering per-capita infrastructure costs compared to car-centric systems.

1) 50% reduction in urban transport emissions possible by doubling public transport use by 2030

2) 75-95% of light-duty vehicle sales must be zero-emission by 2030 to meet 1.5°C targets

3) Double the share of energy-efficient and fossil-free forms of land transport for people and goods by 2030

Climate Champions Avoid and Shift breakthrough (2024) Link

Public Transport Declaration on Climate Leadership (UITP) (2020)