How can cities improve cycling infrastructure to reduce climate change?

Sep 27, 2021

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Cities’ designs can spark ideas for keeping pedestrians and cyclists comfortable during their commutes while also minimizing urban carbon footprints. Image: Unsplash/ Hester Qiang

Sandrine Boukerche

Climate Change and Finance Specialist and Co-Lead,, Invest4Climate and World Bank

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A cyclist rides past a bike parking near Amsterdam Central Station in Amsterdam, Netherlands September 26, 2017. REUTERS/Yves Herman - RC171333C870

A large proportion of Amsterdam's commuters travel by bike and public transport. Image: Reuters/Yves Herman

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