Today we are going to dig deeper and explore the importance of multi-modal transportation as a key component of healthy, active and safe urban roads.

Multi-modal transportation is particularly interesting due to its shared goals and benefits not just for climate action, but also for public health, the local economy and, unsurprisingly, road safety. The Decade of Action for Road Safety 2021-2030 promotes multi-modal transportation as an approach to make our roads safe. As advocates push for multi-modal transportation and there are increased numbers of pedestrians and cyclists on the road, it’s important to consider the implications these systems also have for the road safety of vulnerable road users.

• Road safety, healthy active living, and climate change solutions have commonalities, meaning that if we positively impact one area, we are driving change for all areas.
• Roads have been used by pedestrians far longer than cars and other motorized vehicles, but today multi-modal road users like pedestrians and cyclists are seen as a secondary priority. All road users have a right to be safe and use our roadways.
• Getting out of your car to walk or bike allows for a more personal experience of your environment and the opportunity to meet and interact with people on the street.

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