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← UNFCCC Official Side Events, Monday 9 November
Day 1 of COP31 · Food, Agriculture and Health day

Unlocking the potential of walking and cycling for effective climate and justice

When
Monday 9 November, 16:45 to 18:15Antalya time
Where
UNFCCC Official Side EventsBlue Zone
Organised by
European Cyclists' Federation (ECF), Coopération pour le Développement et l'Amélioration des Transports Urbains et Périurbains (CODATU), FIA Foundation (FIA Foundation)
On the panel
  • Sheila Watson, FIA Foundation
  • Sasank Vemuri, MobiliseYourCity
  • Laurianne Krid, European Cyclists' Federation
  • Bronwen Thornton, Walk21
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Topics
Transport and mobilityCities and local government

Enabling safe walking and cycling can halve transport emissions by 2030. PATH calls on governments to embed active travel in climate commitments. While our latest research shows progress, with 32% of countries including walking and 34% cycling in their —up 12% since 2023, more action is needed. Speakers: Sheila Watson (FIA Foundation), Laurianne Krid (European Cyclists’ Federation), Bronwen Thornton (Walk21), along with Sasank Vemuri (MobiliseYourCity), and national representatives showcasing best practices of active travel in climate commitments, e.g. Mexico, Spain, Dominican Republic, or Singapore