Transportation Safety

Being able to get around safely via transport is one of the most important and fundamental aspects of cities. This collection of solutions and blocks provides a quick summary of resources on this topic.

Building Block provided by CRI

Implement the Vision Zero initiative

The government of CDMX, with the support of the Vision Zero Coalition,[100] the Swedish Embassy, and the Inter- Amercan Development Bank (BID), is implementing Vision Zero CDMX with the aim of deterring the loss of human lives caused by traffic accidents. This initiative includes five elements: 1) road safety strategy, 2) road users training, 3) infrastructure that saves lives, 4) justice, and 5) creation of a single traffic control information system, the Vision Zero data system. Implementing the Vision Zero initiative has accelerated the implementation of other initiatives, such as Programa Integral de Seguridad Vial (Integrated Road Safety Program), Pasos Seguros (Safe Steps), Red por la Seguridad Vial (Network for Road Safety), and the pilot program Llega seguro (Safe arrival) in 13 schools. This goal of this initiative is to create a safer city for pedestrians and cyclists, to reduce the number of injuries and deaths caused by car accidents, and to encourage and support community participation in the development of a road etiquette.

Improve mobility through integration, safety, & sustainability

This solution addresses need for mobility improvements in Mexico City, Mexico for local communities

Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector

This solution addresses environmental degradation and public health problems associated with greenhouse gases in New York City, USA for local communities

Reduce carbon emissions from the City government’s vehicle fleet

Significant air quality improvement

This solution addresses lack of air quality improvement in New York City, USA for local communities

System Dynamics Model for Integrated Decision Making

This solution addresses "siloed" decision making in Durham, North Carolina, USA for city professionals, environmental professionals, transit professionals, etc.

Tools for land, transportation, economy, & environment interconnectivity

This solution addresses gaps in understanding interconnectivity in cities internationally for regional/local governments, real estate developers, researchers, etc.