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Promoting the transition to sustainable mobility in inland modes of transport, including roads, railways, inland waterways, and intermodal systems, is of utmost importance in enhancing the well-being of impoverished communities. In 2024, the staggering reality persists: over one billion individuals reside more than two kilometers away from a dependable road network. Moreover, a disheartening statistic reveals that one in six women worldwide refrain from job searching due to concerns about harassment during transit. Additionally, the devastating impact of road crashes cannot be overlooked, with over 1 million lives lost annually, an alarming 92% of which occur in developing countries. Addressing these challenges through sustainable mobility initiatives can significantly transform the livelihoods and safety of these vulnerable populations. To overcome these barriers the World Bank Vice President for Infrastructure shares his thoughts https://lnkd.in/dWYRbtTB

Freight Transport Brazil Achieved the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) FREIGHT TRANSPORT BRAZIL was awarded a regional prize for complying with the UN's social actions, through the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on 29 September 2023. The SDGs are an urgent call for action by all countries - developed and developing - in a global partnership. They recognize that ending poverty and other deprivations must go hand-in-hand with strategies that improve health and education, reduce inequality, and spur economic growth – all while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests. Read more at www.wcaworld.com #WCA #Network #Forwarders #FreightForwarding #Logistics #News #Sustainability #SDGs #UN #SustainableDevelopmentGoals #Exportacao #Importacao #Sustentabilidade #AgenteDeCargas #ComercioExterior

📌 A #JustTransition to equitable, healthy, green and resilient #transport and mobility systems are central to socio-economic prosperity for the people and the planet. Moreover, just transition secures the future and livelihoods of workers and their communities during the transition to a low-carbon economy, effectively limiting global temperature rises to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. 💡 What does it take to secure a just transition for transport workers? 🔖 Check out the analysis on prioritising just transition for transport in Nationally Determined Contributions by SLOCAT and International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) ➡️ https://shorturl.at/gmZyW

Delighted to see that the potential of freight transport and logistics regarding sustainable transport is starting to be recognized! We need to unlock that potential. Take a look at the manifesto. #logistics #Freight #Transport #UNSupplyChain

Public transport contributes directly to 14 out of 17 of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (#SDGs). 📝 This is showcased clearly in UITP’s latest report ‘Why public transport is key to achieve the SDGs’, which outlines how 12 benefits of public transport directly contribute to specific targets within the SDGs. Each benefit is also linked to two case studies from across the globe. 🌍 Discover more here: https://lnkd.in/eNHRTZYD #PublicTransport

Our Transport Strategy sets the vision for transport in the East and the investment priorities needed to deliver it. Supporting our strategy are four priorities: 📉 Decarbonising Transport - 42% of the region's carbon emissions come from transport. We need to reduce this, meet net-zero targets and create a greener and healthier region. 🏙 Connecting Growing Places - Creating better links between our fastest growing towns and cities will provide people with access to jobs, supplies, services, and learning. 🚜 Energising Coastal and Rural Communities - 21% of the region’s population live on the coast and 33% live in rural areas. With the right investment, transport can play a key role to level up our rural and coastal areas. 🚢 Unlocking Global Gateways – with 13 ports and three airports, it’s important our gateways are well-connected to help UK businesses thrive and boost the nation’s economy. Find out more about our strategy and priorities: ▪ Transport Strategy https://lnkd.in/drujecTk ▪ Our Priorities https://lnkd.in/gCQWrXbf

Transportation is essential for economic growth and employment, but it's also a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions. To achieve sustainable development, we need to resolve these trade-offs. Sustainable transport is the solution. It's defined as "the provision of services and infrastructure for the mobility of people and goods — advancing economic and social development to benefit today’s and future generations — in a manner that is safe, affordable, accessible, efficient, and resilient, while minimizing carbon and other emissions and environmental impacts.” Sustainable transport is not an end in itself, but a means to achieve sustainable development. It's a cross-cutting accelerator that can fast-track progress towards other crucial goals, such as eradicating poverty in all its dimensions, reducing inequality, empowering women, and combatting climate change. Learn more about sustainable transport and sustainable development in this interagency report. #sustainabletransport #sustainabledevelopment https://lnkd.in/gBryc_Hj

The UN General Assembly has designated 26th November as World Sustainable Transport Day, recognizing the vital role of safe, affordable, and accessible transport systems in promoting sustainable economic growth, improving social welfare, and fostering international cooperation and trade. Emphasizing the significance of collaborative efforts, the Assembly encourages the development of integrated intermodal transport systems with resilient infrastructure, optimal use of resources, and minimal environmental impact. Let’s celebrate the day through educational initiatives and events that focus on enhancing public awareness of sustainable transport issues, including intermodal connectivity, environmentally friendly transportation, and socially inclusive infrastructure development. Small steps lead to big changes! Let's pave the way for a sustainable and eco-conscious future together. #SustainableTransport #GreenCommute #WorldSustainableTransportDay #GoGreen #EconomicDevelopment #SouthAfrica #EDS 

The Manifesto for intermodal, low-carbon, efficient, and resilient freight transport was launched today at the UN Global Supply Chain Forum, organized by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and Barbados. Read and sign the manifesto: https://lnkd.in/exn-XX3J Governments and businesses must prioritize low-carbon, efficient logistics. Urgent actions are needed to transition to zero-emission fuels and optimize logistics systems. #UICrail has been pivotal in co-initiating this manifesto, advocating for sustainable rail transport. Join us and support the transformation of freight transport! Over 30 organizations have pledged their support. #freight #logistics #transport #UNSupplyChain #UICrail

🤝 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗮𝗹, 𝗹𝗼𝘄-𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻, 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀. At Smart Freight Centre, we advocate for a systematic approach to decarbonizing the logistics industry. This includes crucial collaboration between governments, the industry, and policies which provide long-term guidance on achieving goals consistent with the 1.5°C by 2050 pathway. 🌍🚛 Recently, we partnered up with SLOCAT Partnership on Sustainable, Low Carbon Transport, CONCITO, IDDRI, International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF), UIC - International union of railways #UICrail, and World Resources Institute to launch the Manifesto for Intermodal, Low-Carbon, Efficient, and Resilient Freight Transport and Logistics. The initiative calls on governments and businesses to: 🔋 Take immediate actions necessary in the transition from fossil fuels to zero-emission fuels and renewable energy; 📦 Optimize the logistics systems. Accelerating the transformation of freight transport and logistics is among the most impactful steps the global community can take to enable positive socio-economic transformations by mid-century. 🚀 📖 To read more about the Manifesto: https://lnkd.in/exn-XX3J ✍️ To support the Manifesto: https://lnkd.in/euQYtBgm #TransformingFreightTransport #LogisticsDecarbonization #SustainableLogistics #Collaboration