Uber and Lyft drivers key in the shift to EVs…
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Key Outcomes from the UN Climate Summit
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The COP26 climate summit is over. Where did things land? In a comprehensive new article, WRI’s Helen Mountford and other WRI experts unpack the major outcomes and the many pledges and commitments. Although emissions-reduction commitments fell short of what is needed to limit average temperature increases to 1.5 degrees C (2.7 degrees F), there was progress on other fronts, including pledges on methane emissions, greater attention to loss and damage, and agreement on important rules underpinning how the Paris Agreement will be implemented. Read more.
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Countries have ramped up their climate ambition since the establishment of the Paris Agreement — albeit not at the pace we need.
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How National Net-Zero Targets Stack Up
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Seventy-four countries have communicated net-zero targets. WRI research analyst Clea Schumer analyzed all 74 targets to gauge if they are robust, ambitious and transparent enough to drive emissions-reductions policies. The good news? Many countries that have set net-zero targets are using these to guide near-term action, providing examples from which others can learn. Read more.
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4 Ways to Design Safe Streets for Cyclists
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The number of cyclists on roads has surged since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. But this resilient and reliable form of transport can be dangerous when bike riders must dodge unpredictable city traffic. To keep cyclists riders safe, a new WRI guidebook shares four approaches to building more bike-friendly roads in cities, offering model layouts and for streets with different vehicle speed limits. Read more.
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Ride-hailing Drivers Can Help Cities Speed Up EV Use
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Drivers for ride-hailing platforms like Uber and Lyft drive a lot — and produce a lot of emissions. Their vehicles would seem to be a logical starting point for electrification. But since ride-hailing vehicles are privately owned, many drivers can’t afford to buy electric vehicles. New WRI research shines light on this missed opportunity and offers suggestions for how cities and businesses can help. Read more.
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