Giving integrated public transport the green light

« Like many other cities, economic growth in Copenhagen has brought with it increased traffic congestion. However, by investing in an efficient, reliable and highly integrated public transport network, it has been possible to deliver some of the highest levels of mobility in the world. alongside traffic, congestion and pollution HAVE BEEN REDUCED to levels that are extremely low by the standards of major international cities. The number of car trips WITHIN the central part of Copenhagen fell from 351,000 in 1970 to 284,900 in 2010. » 

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The benefits of integrated transport //
• Environmental : by improving the integration of the system there has been an increase in the proportion of total trips made by public transport and a fall in private car usage. For every person using the Metro instead of travelling alone by car, carbon dioxide emissions drop by 83%.
• SOCIAL: the ability to change more easily between modes, and for cycling to be better adapted with the public transport system has enabled faster, safer, healthier and less stressful journeys. People use public transport and cycling because it is the fastest, cheapest and most convenient way to travel, contributing to Copenhagen’s reputation as one of the most livable cities in the world.
• Economic: a successful integrated public transport system and reduced congestion make Copenhagen a good place to do business, with fast and reliable journey times for both passengers and freight.