Every year the European Commission organizes European Mobility Week, an initiative whose objective is to raise awareness about the benefits of sustainable urban mobility for the environment and health. This year’s motto is \u201cenergy efficiency,\u201d and citizens are invited to opt for means of transportation that reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Since 1999, P(A)T has actively participated in this campaign with its own actions such as “Life is the Gift” or global campaigns such as Car-Free Day or Park(ing) Day. We want to promote sustainable mobility and encourage the development of good practices in favor of active and safe mobility.<\/p>\n
This year there have been 2,353 activities in Europe that have celebrated sustainable urban transport and active mobility, from guided walks or bike rides, to street games and public lectures. In addition, 1,165 Park(ing) Day events have been organized around the world where streets were closed to open them to pedestrians, cyclists and public transport and community use of public space was claimed by occupying parking spaces.<\/p>\n\n