In recent years, the road transport sector has seen a consistent increase in emissions, making it the only sector where this trend has been observed. The connections between transportation and health, as well as broader co-benefits, have long been acknowledged in European partnerships and policies. Most recently, this was highlighted in the Budapest Declaration adopted by countries in the WHO European Region, which emphasizes the promotion of healthy, safe, climate-friendly, and inclusive mobility and transport.
Now, the question arises of how we can take advantage of these favorable conditions to bring about transformative change in Europe through local clean transport solutions that prioritize health, safety, and climate-friendliness. The European Public Health Alliance (EPHA) is hosting an informative event to delve into the crucial interdependencies between clean mobility policies and health outcomes. These are seen as essential for driving transformative change from the city level to the European level beyond 2024.
The event will provide participants with a platform to explore why prioritizing health in mobility planning is vital for achieving sustainable, affordable, accessible, and healthy transport solutions for everyone. Discussions will focus on integrating health considerations into transportation strategies to create a more sustainable and inclusive future. Following the event, there will be a networking lunch where participants can continue to connect and exchange ideas.