24 augustus 2011

Cycling to sustainability

Drs. Eveline JonkhoffSenior advisor sustainable strategy

e.jonkhoff@dro.amsterdam.nl

C40 Bicycle Infrastructure & Citywide Cycling Programs (session 10)

Amsterdam Definitely SustainableSustainability program 2011 - 2014:Cities are crucial in realising sustainable world.Amsterdam takes the responsibility.Ambitious long term vision and concrete program. Monitoring progress.4 sustainable pillars:Climate & EnergyMobility and Air qualitySustainable Innovative EconomyMaterials and Consumers

Attractive, flourishing and healthy city

Amsterdam, the cycling capital …

The bicycle: daily means of transport2 million kms by bike dailyMajority of cyclists: 25-55 years90% of the streets in Amsterdam are ‘bicycle-friendly’ routes.400 kms bicycle lanes, separated from other traffic.Existence of a bicycle culture.

Integral traffic and transport policy is essential for succesfull bicycle policy

Policy for cars, public transport and bicyclesBicycle policy contains different areas that all contribute to the succes of the Amsterdam bicycle policy.

Road safety

Bicycle infrastructure and parking

Education and promotion

Amsterdam loves bicycles