Environment
RELATED TOPICS: Connected Multimodal Networks, Health, Performance Measurement
Expanding opportunities for safe mobility through walking, bicycling, micromobility, and transit can provide communities with more travel options and contribute to a more resilient transportation system. Thoughtful planning for pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure can further assist in managing stormwater and mitigating flooding concerns.
Considering environmental factors in transportation planning can contribute to long-term community resilience and security. Some areas may experience greater challenges related to environmental conditions, and strategic planning can help improve transportation options to support a wide range of needs. Reliable and comfortable transportation networks can increase connections to essential goods and services and contribute to strong, adaptable communities.
Resources
Trails as Resilient Infrastructure
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
Highlights how trails contribute to resilient transportation networks.
Disaster Relief Mobilization Study: Content for Report to Congress
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
Summarizes the work and findings of the Disaster Relief Mobilization Study in a report to Congress.
National Policies for Walking and Cycling in All 197 UNFCCC Countries
Partnership for Active Travel and Health PATH
Compiles national walking and cycling policies and strategies that have environmental benefits.
Land Use as a Strategy for Transportation, Housing, and the Environment
U.S. Department of Transportation
Lays out the rationale to use land use policies as one strategy for achieving improved outcomes in transportation system performance.
Resilient Transportation and Mobility Solutions
US Department of Housing and Urban Development
Offers a guide to help communities implement safe active transportation and multimodal improvements, including Complete Streets, trails and greenways, and mobility hubs as strategies.
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Examples
Recycling Spent E-Bike Lithium Ion Batteries
PeopleForBikes
Covers recycling and disposal of e-bike batteries.
National E-Bike Battery Recycling Program
E-Bike Battery Recycling
Offers information on an e-bike battery recycling program.
Midwest Transportation Landscape Assessment
The Funders Network
Covers a report examining how advocates are transforming the transportation system in seven states.
Smart Surfaces Policy Guidance
Smart Surfaces Coalition
Presents a menu of policy concepts to support healthy urban tree canopies as part of efforts to manage stormwater and reduce heat.
Cool Walkability Planning: Providing Pedestrian Thermal Comfort in Hot Climate Cities
Journal of Civil Engineering and Environmental Sciences
Introduces the Cool Walkshed Index to rate pedestrian thermal protection.
