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The Institute for Transportation & Development Policy works with cities worldwide to bring about sustainable transport solutions that improve urban life.
Designed for policymakers, city leaders, & transport advocates, the Public Transport Principles brief (Jan 2026) offers guidance to: 👉 improve service quality + accessibility; 👉 advance zero-emissions systems; 👉 strengthen management; 👉 & secure funding for PT. 👉 itdp.org/publication/...
Great public transport isn't built alone. Dar es Salaam is learning from Jakarta and Dakar as it expands its BRT system, showing how governance, financing, integration, and electrification help build lasting mobility. itdp.org/2026/07/02/j...
Join us tomorrow at 10:00 AM ET for this 2026 STA Series webinar to explore how investments in #electricbuses & charging infrastructure are helping the city reduce emissions, improve #publictransport, and move toward a fully electric bus fleet. Register here 👉 itdp.org/event/2026-s...
The TOD Standard 3.0 is a global guide for creating walkable, bikeable, transit-rich communities. It tackles car-dependent sprawl by showing how to design dense, mixed-use neighborhoods that truly support #publictransport. Download the Standard at itdp.org/publication/...
🚲 Ready to build a more bike-friendly city? Make this the week you master the tools to get it done! Mastering the Cycling City is a self-paced online course designed for planners, practitioners, & advocates who want to make #cycling safer and more accessible for everyone. itdp.org/course/maste...
What can other cities learn from Jalisco's Mi Macro BRT? Secretary of Transport Diego Monraz Villaseñor discusses how long-term investment in BRT has expanded access, improved accessibility, and reduced emissions across the Guadalajara metropolitan area. Read more: itdp.org/2026/06/23/i...
Join ITDP on July 23 at 10:00 AM ET for the 2026 STA Series to learn how Santiago is using e-buses, charging infrastructure, and smart mobility planning to transform urban transport. Live interpretation in English and Spanish will be available. Register here 👉 itdp.org/event/2026-s...
Investing in efficient, reliable, and safe #BusRapidTransit systems is more important than ever as cities work to build cleaner, more equitable, and more resilient futures. Download the full BRT Standard, 2024 Edition: itdp.org/publication/...
The BRT Learning Hub brings together curated guides, case studies, videos, and webinars to help city officials, planners, advocates, and researchers understand global best practices in Bus Rapid Transit. 👉 Register now and start learning! itdp.org/course/bus-r...
This 2026 report from ITDP, UC Davis & FIA Foundation: “Compact Cities Electrified: The Benefits of Smaller Vehicles” shows how smaller vehicles and electrification, plus shifts to transit, walking & cycling can transform #transport. Download the report 👉 itdp.org/publication/...
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is a rare chance for North American cities to invest in safer streets and better public transport. Prioritizing transit, walking, and cycling can cut congestion—and leave a lasting legacy of cleaner, safer, more equitable mobility. Read more 👉 itdp.org/2026/06/16/2...
Transport is responsible for over 1 in 10 deaths from #airpollution worldwide. While #electrification is key, this 2025 ITDP study with FIA Foundation shows that shifting trips away from cars is just as critical. Explore the findings 👉 itdp.org/publication/...
This ITDP & TUMI report shows how cities can design #transport systems that meet the needs of people with disabilities, & benefit all users. Key solutions include participatory planning, cross-sector collaboration, & designing accessibility into every step of the journey. itdp.org/publication/...
Indonesia has a roadmap for bus electrification. The next step is turning that vision into action. New research from ITDP Indonesia explores the policies, financing, and partnerships needed to scale electric buses nationwide. itdp.org/2026/06/08/i...
Before the holiday weekend, a reminder: The average US household spends more than $12,000 a year on transportation. More transportation choices can help lower costs and expand access to opportunity. itdp.org/2024/01/24/h...
Successful e-bus deployment goes beyond vehicle replacement. It requires a holistic approach that balances battery size, weight, and charging infrastructure impacts on the urban environment and grid. Download “Advancing E-Buses: A Guide to Batteries and Charging” 👉 itdp.org/publication/...
Designed for policymakers, city leaders, and transport advocates, the Public Transport Principles (Jan 2026) brief offers practical guidance to: 👉 improve service; 👉 reduce emissions; 👉 strengthen management; 👉 & secure sustainable funding for public transit. itdp.org/publication/...
Ethiopia is emerging as a leader in electric mobility. From banning gasoline and diesel vehicle imports to operating Africa's largest e bus fleet, the country is demonstrating how policy and investment can drive transport transformation. itdp.org/2026/06/02/e...
ITDP’s #BRT SCOPE helps estimate the climate, air quality, and ridership impacts of BRT projects in minutes. The SCOPE tool uses high-quality defaults or customizable data to make the case for cleaner, more efficient transit. 👉 scope.itdp.org More resources: itdp.org/publication/...
ITDP's 2030 Strategy focuses on three priorities: 🚍 Increase public transport ridership ⚡ Electrify urban transport systems 💰 Secure funding at scale Together, these goals can help cities cut emissions and expand access to opportunity. itdp.org/our-work/203...
Meeting the goals of the #ParisClimateAgreement requires both rapid vehicle #electrification and a shift to walking, cycling, and public transit. Download the #CompactCitiesElectrified report 👉 itdp.org/publication/...
ITDP's Mobility and Access for Babies, Toddlers, and Their Caregivers course explores how planners, health professionals, and decision-makers can create safer, more accessible cities for young families. Register today👉 itdp.org/course/mobil...
Adequately addressing the climate crisis demands a full systems transformation — and #transportation remains at the center of that shift. In 2026, building efficient, reliable, and safe #BRT systems is more critical than ever. Download the full BRT Standard, 2024 Edition: itdp.org/publication/...