June 17, 2020 - Taking various forms, with or without electric assistance, and allowing for the transport of both cargo and people, cargo bikes can provide solutions when it comes to environmental, logistical, traffic and social issues faced by cities around the world. During the coronavirus pandemic, many examples have further illustrated their value and societal benefits, supporting people and organisations in need.
Need further convincing? Cargo bikes are environmentally friendly, affordable and convenient, alleviate urban traffic congestion, improve family transportation, promote gender equality – and the list keeps going if you read the very practical 20 good reasons to ride a cargo bike developed by the team behind CycleLogistics / City Changer Cargo Bike EU project.
The City Changer Cargo Bike (CCCB) project builds on the ever-growing potential of cargo bikes by promoting their usage amongst public, private, and commercial users. Supported by the European Union’s Horizon2020 programme, CCCB brings together 22 partners from all over Europe, including cities, research institutions and NGOs. It raises awareness and supports the uptake of cargo bikes and cargo bike initiatives, while fostering developments that offer more sustainable logistics operations, improve public spaces, engage citizens, and reduce traffic congestion. The initiative also aims to get cargo bikes in European cities by developing new financing schemes and providing opportunities to test cargo bikes.
On Monday 15 June, the CCCB and the European Cyclists’ Federation (ECF) hosted a webinar on the opportunities accessible by mayors and decision-makers to create healthier, greener and vibrant cities through cargo bikes. During the webinar, Morten Kabell, the co-CEO of ECF, shared practical advice for city officials in order to promote the use of cargo bikes, taken from A mayor’s guide to cargo bikes, a publication developed by the CCCB for mayors looking to develop healthier, more efficient and resilient cities, based on successful European case studies.
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