Being one of the smallest truly global cities in Europe, it’s no surprise that Brussels is also one of the continent’s most congested ones. To help clear up traffic jams and the air pollution linked to it, the local government has recently taken on an ambitious commitment to … [Read more...] about Brussels is encouraging its commuters to hitchhike to work
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Dutch airline KLM will replace short-haul flight with rail service to cut emissions
It’s as straightforward as that: flying less is essential to curbing the aviation industry’s heavy carbon footprint. And, while sometimes there are no ways around it, replacing short-haul flight operations with other means of transportation can have a significant positive impact … [Read more...] about Dutch airline KLM will replace short-haul flight with rail service to cut emissions
Pedestrians are taking over the streets of traffic-filled Brussels
Right now, there can be an almost eerie calm to some sections of central Brussels. Take an evening stroll down Boulevard Anspach, the broad avenue that forms the Belgian capital’s spine, and you may find the roadway empty, its limestone and wrought-iron facades echoing the … [Read more...] about Pedestrians are taking over the streets of traffic-filled Brussels
