Wouldn’t it be great if you could help improve the air quality in your city just by cycling on its streets? Soon you might actually be able to do that thanks to a brilliant invention called Rolloe. Created by Design Innovation in Plastics (DIP) 2020 award winner Kristen Tapping, … [Read more...] about This bike wheel filters and purifies outdoor air while you cycle
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Green recovery: Italy offers $600 subsidy to those wanting to buy a bike
Italy may soon see fewer cars and more bicycles on its roads thanks to a new initiative that will offer a hefty subsidy to anyone wanting to buy a bike. The move is part of the country’s €55bn post-pandemic recovery plan designed to boost Italy’s economy and entails offering … [Read more...] about Green recovery: Italy offers $600 subsidy to those wanting to buy a bike
A new mandate in Boston could lead to more protected bike lanes across America
In many European cities, bicycles are king. Bicyclists have their own lanes, they have the right of way, and the city tries to do everything they can do to support bicycle-riding. In America, it’s a much different story, with cars dominating the roads and respect for bike lanes … [Read more...] about A new mandate in Boston could lead to more protected bike lanes across America
Copenhagen is winning the race to carbon neutral… on bikes
More than 70 major cities around the world have pledged to end their reliance on fossil fuels and become carbon neutral by 2050. However, Copenhagen aims to accomplish this goal in the next seven years. Bikes play a central role in the strategy of the Danish capital. While other … [Read more...] about Copenhagen is winning the race to carbon neutral… on bikes
Riding a bike connects urban dwellers the world over
Here is a crowdsourced world tour of the most cycle-friendly cities, brought to you by The Guardian. It's a global movement! One that speaks volume about the fossil fuel-free world that we're growing into. Travel, discover, learn… and enjoy the pictures. … [Read more...] about Riding a bike connects urban dwellers the world over