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7 | SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia | Global | To maximize the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport's impact, a coordinated, inclusive approach is essential. This initiative should prioritize integrating sustainable transport solutions into national SDG strategies, enhancing global access to affordable, green mobility options. By fostering innovation, supporting infrastructure upgrades, and increasing financing, the UN can drive sustainable transport's role in achieving the SDGs. The Implementation Plan can enhance multi-stakeholder collaboration by establishing platforms for knowledge exchange, fostering public-private partnerships, and aligning transport initiatives across the UN system and Member States for scalable, equitable progress. | One key policy recommendation is to promote “Green Infrastructure Bonds” to finance sustainable transport projects globally. These bonds can mobilize private capital towards low-emission public transport, resilient infrastructure, and electric vehicle (EV) networks. By establishing global standards and encouraging Member States to adopt this model, the UN can attract investment for sustainable transport. This recommendation aligns with the global level, fostering a unified financial approach while allowing flexibility for adaptation at national and subnational levels. | Yes, additional barriers include behavioral resistance to adopting public and low-emission transport, inadequate workforce skills for maintaining green technologies, and gaps in data for tracking emissions and efficiency. | Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | An impactful initiative is the Global Green Transport Hub Network, a multi-stakeholder partnership involving UN agencies, governments, private sectors, and NGOs to establish eco-friendly transport hubs in cities worldwide. These hubs integrate electric public transport, green logistics, and pedestrian-friendly zones, reducing emissions and promoting urban accessibility. By leveraging technology and co-financing, the network offers scalable, replicable models for cities globally. | Collaborative innovation driving green mobility for all. | |||||||
8 | LUQKNIGHT LTD | Farmers | Africa | National | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can boost sustainable transport by: # Raising awareness: Promoting the benefits of sustainable transport and its role in achieving the SDGs. # Fostering partnerships: Encouraging collaboration between governments, the private sector, civil society, and international organizations. # Mobilizing resources: Securing funding for sustainable transport projects and initiatives. # Sharing knowledge and best practices: Facilitating knowledge exchange and capacity building. The Implementation Plan can enhance multi-stakeholder collaboration by: # Establishing a clear framework: Outlining the goals, objectives, and priorities of the Decade. # Creating platforms for dialogue: Organizing regular consultations and workshops to involve all stakeholders. | Policy Recommendation: Invest in Sustainable Public Transport Infrastructure Level: National and Subnational Rationale: A well-developed public transport system, including buses, trains, and trams, can significantly reduce reliance on private vehicles, leading to decreased emissions and improved air quality. Investing in infrastructure like bus rapid transit (BRT) systems, dedicated cycle lanes, and pedestrian-friendly zones can encourage people to choose sustainable modes of transport. | Some of these include: # Lack of political will and policy support # Insufficient funding and investment # Limited access to technology and innovation # Inadequate infrastructure and planning # Behavioral changes and public awareness These barriers can hinder the implementation and effectiveness of sustainable transport initiatives. | Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | The "Green Transport Hubs" initiative is a collaboration between cities, transport operators, businesses, and NGOs. The initiative aims to establish sustainable transport hubs in urban centers, providing integrated access to various modes of transport like public transit, cycling, and walking. This initiative can contribute to the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport by: # Promoting sustainable mobility: Encouraging the use of public transport and active mobility. # Reducing carbon emissions: Lowering reliance on private cars and promoting clean energy solutions. # Improving air quality: Contributing to cleaner and healthier urban environments. # Fostering social inclusion: Enhancing accessibility for all, including vulnerable groups. | a global shift towards innovative, inclusive, and environmentally friendly mobility solutions. | |||||||
9 | SOCIETE SOMMAC | Business & Industry | Africa | Regional | La notion de transport durable désigne un transport respectueux de l'environnement. Il aide à préserver la santé publique, les écosystèmes et les ressources renouvelables utilisées. En reconnaissant que les transports sont essentiels pour soutenir la croissance économique, créer des emplois et relier les populations à des services essentiels comme les soins de santé ou l'éducation. Mais de nombreux pays en développement ne sont pas en mesure de tirer parti des avantages de bons moyens de transport. | De garantir que les considérations environnementales, sociales et économiques soient prises en compte dans les décisions affectant l’activité de transport. | Les obstacles sont: La gestion de multiples solutions technologiques disparates implique également une duplication des efforts, une saisie manuelle des données et des problèmes de compatibilité . Des opérations inefficaces consomment non seulement plus d'énergie, mais peuvent également entraîner une augmentation de la consommation de carburant. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Promoting public awareness and education | Des opérations inefficaces consomment non seulement plus d'énergie, mais peuvent également entraîner une augmentation de la consommation de carburant et de main-d'œuvre, ce qui peut avoir un impact négatif sur les efforts de développement durable. | Un objectif de neutralité carbone des transports terrestres d'ici 2050. | |||||||
10 | ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONALE POUR LES PAUVRES LES INDIGNÉS ET ASSISTANCE (AIPIA)/ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONALE POUR LE PARTENARIAT ET L EMERGENCE EN AFRIQUE (AIPEA)/AIRGPAIRDAM/ACAEPB | Science & Technological Community | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional, National, Local | UN ENTITIES AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION/ INSTITUTION ORGANIZATION | MEMBERS UN AGENDA 2021-2030-2050.... | https://oceanliteracy.unesco.org/expert/prof-dr-lebeau-pemha-thina/ | Providing technical expertise or research, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, UN ENTITIES AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION / INSTITUTION ORGANIZATION | RESPECT UN AGENDA 2030... 2050... 2100... OF POLICY TRANSPORT..... | INSTITUTIONS ORGANIZATION AND UN ENTITIES AND INTERGOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION/ UN MEMBERS AGENDA 2030 PLEASE | |||||||
11 | Riders' Rights | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia | Global, Regional, National, Local | just integration of informal mobility | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | we should transform from road safety strategy to mobility for all,we should stop focusing on roads and cars to mode of sustainable mobility,one the idea is to create a youth mobility groups to work on this issues globaly,we already began to work on it in Lebanon we could extended globally | we need to prioritize people on street not cars and just integration of informal mobility towards mobility justice for all | |||||||||
12 | Training, Education & Empowerment for Neighborhood Sustainability | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa | National | Prioritizing Active transport especially walking and cycling as very important mobility options for both the rural and urban communities by integration with mass transport towards a comprehensive mobility strategy for implementation. Planning and providing pedestrianized and cyclable infrastructure is a low budget activity and has the potential to provide access to a wider category of users in a more reliable, safe and healthy environment. Sustainability will also the rate at which transport is environmentally friendly without pollution to the users and the surrounding communities. | Integrated Public transport infrastructure that conforms to the university design rights leading to improved accessibility, reliability and safety for all users | Highly corrupt tendencies among decision makers for public investment services especially in infrastructural provision at the time of tender award and during management by not following the European Directives .i.e. offering tenders to the best bidder, public notice or lack of transparency in the process. Sometimes, the technical experts relying on traditional knowledge skills with no innovation | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | Implementing Creative Methodologies towards Sustainable Transport this leading to more civic awareness and public engagement especially for public transport. This approach is used to reveal co-design approaches towards sustainable solutions by engaging all users to respond to current and future transport demands, needs and desires for the majority populations by embracing choice in Mobility access. | To prioritize and invest in Walking & Cycling support infrastructure as critical component of Public Transport for all. | |||||||
13 | Inter-American Development Bank | Other stakeholders active in areas related to sustainable development | Latin America and the Caribbean | Regional | It can do so by ensuring that it is a just transition for developing countries, making resources available to boost sustainable transport in such countries (e.g. facilities, funds made available through MDBs). Also, by having short and medium term goals throughout the decade, so that progress can be tracked and the course of action corrected to achieve the long term goals. | Carbon trade market at the global or regional levels | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | Global facility to promote sustainable transport, focusing also on adapting transport to climate change. This would support a more fair transition for developing countries. Channeled by MDBs. | |||||||||
14 | uitp | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global | Establish sound and supportive governance and capacity building The establishment of transport institutions, such as a integrated city and public transport authority, or, mobility agencies, and building their capacity, will ensure a well-functioning and integrated transport system within its territory. Today, many cities still lack a central transport planning authority to establish, coordinate and implement their Sustainable Urban Mobility Plans, aligned to the ASI framework. This is crucial to enable the planning, regulation and monitoring of the urban transport system, including the development, maintenance and operation of public transport, alongside active and shared mobility, and transport demand management policy measures, which are critical elements to improving urban access. | Establish a shared vision for sustainable urban transport that prioritises public transport and active mobility National urban transport policies should focus on sustainable urban transport, prioritizing public transport and active mobility. They should adopt an Avoid-Shift-Improve (ASI) framework, integrating land use and transport policies. Cities and national governments should collaborate to control urban sprawl, regulate the mobility market, and secure long-term funding for public transport infrastructures. National policymakers can create supportive regulatory mechanisms to promote efficient public transport use, safety, and cycling, while discouraging private car use. Through some thoughtful policies and engagement, governments can create the conditions crucial for enabling cities. | Knowledge and awareness of the sustainability benefits of public transport. By better accounting them, the cost savings and indirect economic benefits pay for the investment in public transport infrastructure and services. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education | We can Avoid inequality with more public transport, Shift the economy and society to a better place, and Improve lives and the planet. UITP’s Declaration on Climate Leadership demonstrates the public transport sector’s commitment to tackling climate change and delivering the SDGs by doubling the market share of public transport. It was supported by over 350 pledges to action from over 110 members of the public transport sector in more than 80 global cities. Actions aimed at scaling up public transport and reducing its corporate carbon footprint. It was also a commitment to support all levels of government by providing them with technical and capacity building to support implementation of NDCs through lessons learned from delivering action on the ground pledged under the Declaration. | all citizens have access to public transit, for a future with no inequality, no road deaths, no pollution, no emissions, no marginalisation, no limits | |||||||
15 | Global Youth Consortium Against FGM (GYC) | Children & Youth | Africa | Global | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can boost global sustainable transport by promoting inclusive policies, clean technologies, and equitable mobility solutions that reduce emissions and improve accessibility. Aligning with SDGs, it can integrate sustainable transport into urban planning, foster green innovation, and encourage investment in resilient infrastructure. The Implementation Plan should enhance collaboration through partnerships, knowledge sharing, and capacity-building programs. By creating a unified platform for UN agencies, Member States, private sectors, and civil society, it can streamline efforts, mobilize resources, and ensure accountability, driving transformative actions for sustainable mobility. | Policy Recommendation: Prioritize the development of integrated public transport systems powered by renewable energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance accessibility for all. Level: National and subnational/local. This recommendation requires national governments to set supportive regulatory frameworks and funding mechanisms, while subnational and local governments implement and manage infrastructure projects tailored to their specific contexts. This alignment ensures coordinated action across governance levels, accelerating sustainable transport transitions. | Additional barriers include inadequate urban planning, insufficient funding, and limited public acceptance of sustainable transport options. Rural-urban disparities and the lack of gender-sensitive policies also hinder progress. Addressing these requires inclusive planning, innovative financing mechanisms, and widespread awareness campaigns to foster adoption and equity in transport systems. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | Example Initiative: The Global Green Freight Action Plan is a multi-stakeholder partnership involving governments, NGOs, and the private sector. It aims to improve the efficiency and sustainability of freight transport worldwide by promoting clean technologies, enhancing logistics, and fostering collaboration. This initiative reduces emissions while supporting economic growth and sustainable development | To advance sustainable transport around the world and to maximize its positive contributions to SDG impleumentation, we need: innovative, inclusive. | |||||||
16 | REN21 | Non-Governmental Organization | Europe | Global | Establish Clear Goals and Metrics: Define clear targets for renewable energy deployment and sustainable transport contributions to the SDGs. Ensure Policy Coherence: Harmonize transport-related efforts across global and regional and multi-lateral bodies Strengthen knowledge sharing and innovation specifically between transport and energy sectors Develop Cross-Sector Collaboration Platforms | Integrate energy and transport planning: National energy strategies should include transport as a major sector for renewable energy uptake, while transport plans should prioritize low-carbon energy sources. | Lack of integrated planning across government levels and a common vision among decision makers | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | A call to double the share of energy efficient and fossil-free forms of land transport by 2030: https://slocat.net/call-to-action-on-fossil-fuel-free-land-transport/ | Renewables Now! | |||||||
17 | Education & Academic Entities | Asia | Local | AGREE OBJECTIVES & THEN SET STANDARDS FOR 1) CALCULATING COST/BENEFIT OF MOBILITY SYSTEMS. Include internal costs (user pays) + External costs (others suffer). Cover: - All ways (nb internet) of meeting mobility needs - Carbon footprint inc. embodied carbon in vehicles, roads, railways and transport infrastructure - Health impacts (accidents & pollution) - CO2 removal credits to offset emissions to meet NDCs 2) DATA SYSTEMS to enabling peer-group comparison which identifies and propagates best practice 3) GOVERNANCE SYSTEMS for setting and implementing mobility policy 4) PUBLISHED STATISTICS giving cost and performance of mobility provision in different jurisdictions. Hence identifying ‘peer groups’. Cover (a) predicted cost of planned systems; and (b) actual cost of implemented systems | As per above provide data which clarifies performance and thus leads to fact based system improvement. Level: Start with a coalition of the willing. Options in order of wild guess at probability of success: 1 China comparing its Cities; and, perhaps Provinces. 2 C40. 3 EU comparing its Countries and Cities. | 1) Governments giving priority to other issues. 2) Vested interests. 3) Security concerns should not, but may, inhibit sharing of peer group information. | The above is my personal answer rather than for Civic Exchange. I will encourage it to submit a response. | The cooking recipe for great, cost-effective sustainable mobility: Good objectives, governance, published data and peer group comparison. | |||||||||
18 | Norplan Tanzania Limited | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa | Global, National | Collaborative effort is a fundamental approach to boost sustainable transport globally. This is followed by synthesizing policy cohesion and implementation strategies with regards to consultancy policy and reforms to strengthen the implementation process to multi-stakeholders. To influence and effect the process, education and awareness should be a frontliner followed by strategic plans, monitoring and reviewing the process.This should be effectively communicated and involve experts, policy makers and public to accelerate the process. In order for the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport to reflect the same desired impact, countries should hold hands together to ensure local applicability and deliverability of the intended practices meet the needs and benefits of the public. | The policy should consider individual to global scale contributions while impacting the local community at large. Education, training and capacity building involving experts in academia and industry can be among of the best practices to share in-depth the desired objectives while enhancing the sustainability of transport development. The policy should allow the involvement of potential stakeholders to influence the process to the decision makers and policy levers. The approach can be of good impact if it starts from the Global aspect to local community. Considering the wider spectrum and benefits, the Policy should be engaged and fair for adjustments while underpinning the commitments to achieve the intended objectives under a defined specific period of time. | To achieve a balance in sustainable transport development globally, policy reforms and decision making process should be in such a way to effect the process to implementation while involving potential stakeholders into discussion. The engagement of private sector, including academia, and industry experts should not be ignored to lay a foundation of the approach. | Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | For instance, in Tanzania Ten Step Plan, which was a first project established in Tanzania for improving road safety by UN, has been a game changer to save lives and ensure safer infrastructures are constructed (https://roadsafetyfund.un.org/projects/ten-step-plan-safer-road-infrastructure-tanzania). The approach aligns with UN decade of Action by 2030 to reduce the dealths occuring due to road infrastructures by 50%.This strategic approach enabled the country to make policy reforms to design standards and policy for road sector to must achieve a 3 star or better road in Tanzania. The approach was marked succesfully through capacity building to locals, similar approach can be applied to sustainable transport developments to effect the process from individual to global scale. | Collaborative efforts and a shared responsibility from individual to global scale. | |||||||
19 | Shared-Use Mobility Center | Non-Governmental Organization | North America | Global | By increasing the variety and availability of shared transportation options - from public transport (trains, buses) to active transportation and safe sidewalks and pedestrian pathways. We need to decouple economic growth from growth of private car use. | There is a global, very mature and entrenched set of disciplines in the systems that prioritize and build out car travel. It spans education (engineering schools), certification, management tools, performance metrics, etc. Do we have the equivalent in building out sustainable transportation options? How do infuse the former with new goals and new values? How do we build the latter? | Providing technical expertise or research, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | https://sharedmobility2030.org - By shared mobility, we mean all the options that free us from our dependence on using our private cars for every trip we have to make. Our goals are to make shared mobility: more reliable, easier to use, and more available; more equitable and accessible; more environmentally sustainable; more economically sustainable…than driving a car By giving us more ways to get around, shared mobility can make our streets safer and connect more people to more opportunities. By reducing our need to own and drive (and park) our private cars, shared mobility can help reshape our streets, our towns, and our cities. Shared mobility reinforces more sustainable land-use patterns and helps save our planet. | to accelerate the shift to people-centered mobility systems that fight climate change, advance equity, and strengthen community. | ||||||||
20 | Women in Distress Organization | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa | Regional | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can boost sustainable transport by prioritizing smart transport infrastructure development, promoting affordable and clean mobility solutions, and supporting policy frameworks that reduce cost, and emissions and improve accessibility. By focusing on urban and rural connectivity, it can foster inclusive growth. The Implementation Plan can enhance multi-stakeholder collaboration by facilitating partnerships between governments, the private sector, development agencies, and local communities. This collaborative approach can ensure financing, capacity-building, and knowledge sharing, accelerating progress toward the SDGs, particularly those on climate action, inclusive infrastructure, and economic development. | in the African contest, a key policy recommendation is the promotion of regional transport corridors to enhance cross-border connectivity and trade. By developing and harmonizing transport infrastructure, such as roads, rail, and ports, Africa can improve access to markets, reduce transportation costs, and foster economic integration. This policy should be highlighted at the regional level to align with the African Union's Agenda 2063 and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), facilitating the movement of goods and people and contributing to sustainable development and regional cooperation. | Adoption of smart transport infrastructure and digital technology | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | Example of a concrete initiative is the Africa Sustainable Transport Forum (ASTF), a multi-stakeholder partnership involving the African Union, UN Environment Programme (UNEP), World Bank, African Development Bank (AfDB), and local governments. The forum promotes sustainable transport policies, infrastructure development, and clean mobility solutions across African nations. By leveraging expertise and resources, it focuses on reducing carbon emissions, enhancing mobility, and promoting eco-friendly public transport systems. https://www.ssatp.org/content/africa-sustainable-transport-forum-astf | To advance sustainable transport around the world we need: collaborative action, innovation, and inclusive policies. | |||||||
21 | ONGD HOLLY HEART UNITED | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa | National | Alignement stratégique avec les ODD : En Favorisant des systèmes de transport inclusifs (ODD 1 : lutte contre la pauvreté, ODD 10 : réduction des inégalités) ; Réduire l'impact environnemental des transports (ODD 13 : action climatique, ODD 11 : villes durables) ; Intégrer des solutions innovantes pour des infrastructures résilientes (ODD 9 : industrie, innovation et infrastructures). | Mise en avant des solutions vertes : En Encourager l'adoption des énergies renouvelables pour les véhicules et les infrastructures (ODD 7) et Promouvoir les modes de transport à faibles émissions (transport public, vélo, marche). Renforcement des capacités et partage des connaissances : Mettre en place des plateformes d’échange entre les pays pour partager des meilleures pratiques et former les parties prenantes locales sur la planification et la gestion des transports durables. | Collaboration avec les ONGD : Impliquer les ONGD comme partenaires clés pour sensibiliser les communautés et mettre en œuvre des projets locaux et Renforcer leur rôle dans la collecte de données et le suivi des impacts. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | Exemple : Le "Corridor Vert Transcanen RDC-Tanzanie" Créer un réseau de transport durable reliant la RDC à la Tanzanie, facilitant le commerce et réduisant les impacts environnementaux, tout en stimulant le développement socio-économique des communautés locales. Ce projet mettra en avant une collaboration transfrontalière exemplaire et aborde simultanément les enjeux environnementaux, sociaux et économiques liés aux transports. En connectant des régions isolées aux marchés mondiaux, tout en minimisant l’impact écologique, il contribue directement aux ODD et constitue un modèle pour d'autres initiatives en Afrique et ailleurs. | Des solutions innovantes et un engagement inclusif pour un avenir plus vert et équitable. | |||||||
22 | Eastern Alliance for Safe and Sustainable Transport (EASST) | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Europe | Regional | Road safety and accessibility should be a core component of sustainable transport planning (especially walking and cycling) at all policy levels. | Our research shows that both perceived and real road risk is biggest barrier to walking and cycling. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | to make all modes of transport safe and accessible for everyone. | |||||||||
23 | Individual | Other stakeholders active in areas related to sustainable development | Latin America and the Caribbean | National, Local | Local meetings, virtual workshops | Push Modal change at local level | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education | shifting mobility paradigms | |||||||||
24 | UNIVERSITY FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES | Education & Academic Entities | Africa | Local | The UN can enhance sustainable transport by promoting collaboration among member states, enabling countries with weaker policies to learn from robust ones, and pooling resources, knowledge, and expertise to support weak nations. The UN can offer technical assistance to countries lacking expertise in sustainable transport, enhancing infrastructure and promoting regional integration through technology linkages and expertise transfer. The UN should focus on promoting low-carbon fuel use, enhancing coordination among member states, mobilizing resources for sustainable transport projects, and increasing awareness and capacity. The UN can enhance regional integration for sustainable development and improve energy efficiency across all transport modes. | The implementation plan should contain a policy that sanctions those countries that fail to comply with sustainability in their transport value chains and rewards those who adhere to good practices that promote adequate sustainability measures. | Lack of maintenance of transportation infrastructure, especially in developing countries, and lack of policy to guide implementation plans. | Providing technical expertise or research, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | I don’t know anyone yet. | To fully realize the potential of sustainable transport, a strategic approach is indispensable. | |||||||
25 | UNIVERSITY FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES | Education & Academic Entities | Africa | Local | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport aims to promote accessibility, efficiency, affordability, and environmental sustainability in transportation systems. It promotes innovation, technology, and collaboration among stakeholders, promoting public transport, non-motorized transport, and local implementation. The initiative aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals. | The police recommendation is the establishment of nurturing, collaborative, and innovative ecosystems by creating a dynamic network of stakeholders—including businesses, government entities, academic institutions, and non-profits—working together to drive innovation and economic growth. It applies globally. | lack of maintenance, corruption of workers doing shoddy work, and support | Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | The "Green Cities Coalition" is an innovative partnership that brings together local government agencies, private sector companies, non-profit organizations, and community groups. The coalition’s primary objective is to create and implement sustainable urban transportation solutions that reduce emissions, promote public transit, and encourage active transportation modes such as walking and cycling. https://www.greencitycoalition.org/#:~:text=GCC%20develops%20and%20implements. | A unified commitment to proactive collaboration among stakeholders, innovative thinking, and a shared vision for a sustainable future is necessary. | |||||||
26 | Sustainable Cities Initiative - University of Oregon | Education & Academic Entities | Europe, North America | Global, Regional, National, Local | Really needs to look beyond transportation and include land use. Low density of development is the number one factor that is pushing inefficient modes such as single-occupancy driving. We also need to address the amount of infrastructure that exists for non-auto modes --- biking, transit, shared mobility, etc. | Provide incentives and guidelines for denser housing and mixed use development. This is typically decided at the local level, but incentives that come from higher levels of government are critical. | Largest barrier is land use... Low density development is the largest factor pushing us towards sole occupancy driving as opposed to other modes. | Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | In the State of Oregon in the USA, the state changed regulations so that single family zoning was no longer allowed. This is a critical first step. | to make denser development more attractive, easier to build, and more widespread. | |||||||
27 | Equitable Transportation Fund | Other stakeholders active in areas related to sustainable development | North America | Regional, National, Local | By increasing the variety and availability of shared transportation options—from public transport (trains, buses) to active transportation and safe sidewalks and pedestrian pathways. We need to decouple economic growth from the growth of private car use. | Prioritize the integration of shared mobility infrastructure, such as dedicated lanes for shared and public transit, into all federally funded transportation projects. This policy supports equitable access and reduces emissions by promoting shared mobility solutions over personal vehicle use. National level. | Lack of investments, infrastructure, and policy support for shared mobility. | Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | https://sharedmobility2030.org - By shared mobility, we mean all the options that free us from our dependence on using our private cars for every trip we have to make. Our goals are to make shared mobility: more reliable, easier to use, and more available; more equitable, accessible, environmentally sustainable, economically sustainable…than driving a car By giving us more ways to get around, shared mobility can make our streets safer and connect more people to more opportunities. By reducing our need to own and drive (and park) our private cars, shared mobility can help reshape our streets, our towns, and our cities. Shared mobility reinforces more sustainable land-use patterns and helps save our planet. | to accelerate the shift to people-centered mobility systems that fight climate change, advance equity, and strengthen community. | |||||||
28 | Cascadia Mobility | Non-Governmental Organization | North America | Local | By increasing the variety and availability of shared transportation options—from public transport (trains, buses) to active transportation and safe sidewalks and pedestrian pathways. We need to decouple economic growth from the growth of private car use. Equitable, clean, accessible transportation should be a right we all enjoy, not a private individual luxury that competes for public space. | Shared mobility should be a component of public transportation. Local. | Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | In our community (Eugene, Oregon), we convene local government, education, institutional, and private sector partners to participate in strategic plan development and funding of shared mobility programs. We are working with our local transit agency to integrate shared mobility with traditional public transportation (the bus). | equitable public transport that center people not private cars in our public rights of way. | ||||||||
29 | Circuit | Other stakeholders active in areas related to sustainable development | North America | Regional, National, Local | Find pathways to fund OPERATIONS of transportation services to communities without red tape. Too many funding sources are focused on Capital and/or have too many rules that aren't applicable at the community/local level. Programs like the NYSERDA electric mobility challenge are great ways to get Public orgs and Private companies to work together. | Cities can repurpose EV capital grants for localized EV shuttle services - buying buses at a nascient stage of the EV bus industry is not a smart use of funds and there are too many capital grants and not enough ways to fund operations. | Old rules being applied to new technologies | Providing technical expertise or research, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | https://www.nyserda.ny.gov/All-Programs/New-York-Clean-Transportation-Prizes-Initiative https://www.dcmid.io/ https://cleanmobilityoptions.org/ | to solve last-mile transportation with EV technologies. | |||||||
30 | Amis des Etrangers au Togo (ADET) | Non-Governmental Organization | Europe | Regional | NGO: ADET committed to the UN Energy Compact with sustainable energy for all, clean cookstoves promotion, clean transport & charging stations promotion, clean cooling products promotion. So, how transport can be boosted and contribute to the SDGs implementation accross UN system, Member States and all other stakeholders?. I think that NGO: ADET has commited with the UN system toward UN Energy Compact and the Energy coalition took the lead to join NGO: ADET to Togo government by signing an engagement form with Government commitment letter to boost sustainable transport. This model at intercountries and intercontinents levels can boost sustainable transport worldwide | Transport concern road (cars, busses, motos, bicycles, Trams, Metros ), air (Planes) and water (ships, canoes etc), public and private for global, regional, national subnational and local usage. So, one policy is to liberalise and decentralise the sustainable transport promotion with global quality control. | technical training, capacity building | Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | NGO: ADET has developped partnership with China, UK, Germany, Ghana sustainable transport companies, committed to the UN Energy Compact, Energy coalition and and build technical partnership for charging stations installations and land securing. | technical, financial assistance,trainings, political will, decentralisation and anti-corruption. | |||||||
31 | Iddri | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional, National | UN decade should put a focus on Freight that represents 40% of transport emissions. Systemic transformations are key to reduce freight emissions and require international cooperation and drive to : Implement a systemic change in the current production, consumption and trading organisation to manage transport demand to change : a.Production and consumption patterns towards circular economy b.Localization of production and sourcing activities to shorten distances Implement a systemic change in the current logistics able to support modal shift to rail and water to : a.Change delivery patterns and the constraints of the logistics system b.Finance, build and maintain multimodal transport and logistics c.Regulate access to transport & logistics infrastructures | Changes in global and national public policy such as changing the national market access rules, import/export trade agreements, national industrial policies, consumer-oriented carbon labelling, among others will stimulate transformations that are expected to be driven by internal corporate decisions Companies, especially shippers and freight forwarders hold key levers to drive systemic transitions not only in the transport systems itself but, more broadly, in the industrial processes and systems contributing to the decarbonization of freight transport. Reaching zero-emission freight transport by 2050 requires a shift in companies’ business models, organizations, as well as in their production, consumption and distribution processes to catalyze the larger spectrum of mitigation options. | Ability to look at Transport from an holistic perspective : Transport is only a mean and not an end. Changing the 'End' (society and its habits) will make the 'Mean' (transport) evolve naturally | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | DDP, an IDDRI facilitated network of worldwide experts has framed key questions about evolution of logistics linked to public action: 1) What service levels for freight - Trade & industrial rights/framework for companies service level strategies vs flexibility, stock, speed and cost - Production & consumption behaviour in terms of product variety, availability & delivery time. 2) What transformations for road transport - Labor laws & wages - Driving restrictions & externalities (wear, congestion, safety, noise, air pollution). - Regulatory, economic & infrastructural measures to support new technologies or new energies Briand et al. (23 Oct 2024). A pathway design framework for national freight transport decarbonization strategies. Climate Policy (DOI:10.1080/14693062.2024.2412709) | to recognize that the 4 pillars of sustainable transport (safe, green, efficient & accessible to all) go hand in hand & require systemic cooperation | |||||||
32 | ATO | Science & Technological Community | Asia | Regional | Target setting is something that needs to be highlighted as a policy recommendation. Measurable and accountable progress will lead a long way. Hence target setting needs to be at the top of the list. | Providing technical expertise or research, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | |||||||||||
33 | Dut Vocational Training Centre[DVTC] | Business & Industry | Africa | Local | At my level in the local Kosewe Ward of Homa-Bay Kenya, I can help instal a battery charging point for both motor cycles and buses can be charged | Public and Private Partnerships[PPPs] policy | Ignorance and lack of awareness on the Eletric Vehicles approach | Providing technical expertise or research, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | Let our initiative get funding and we start funding the Kenyan process | Ignorance is a major barrier even to areas with good infrastructure.Assisting DVTC pilot the process will be a best practice[BEST PRACTICE] | |||||||
34 | Dut Vocational Training Centre[DVTC] | Business & Industry | Africa | Local | Enhancing the growth of renewable energies , with a big stress on mini-grids/off-grids | Public and Private Partnerships [PPPs] policy in African countries as for mini -grids too | Public Awareness | Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | Being backed and financed to pilot the process related to -FACILITATING PARTNERSHIPS& COLLABORATION ACROSS SECTORS,PROMOTING PUBLIC AWARENESS & EDUCATION,PROVIDING TECHNICAL EXPERTISE & RESEARCH | THOUGH I HAVE INDICATED LOCAL IN MY RESPONSE TO SCOPE, I WOULD STILL BE REGIONAL LEAD FOR AFRICA | |||||||
35 | Centre for Blue Economy Research and Development Ltd/Gte | Education & Academic Entities | Africa | National | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can boost sustainable transport by fostering innovation, promoting green technologies, and enhancing accessibility. Aligning transport systems with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) will reduce emissions, improve urban mobility, and create economic opportunities, especially in developing nations. The implementation plan can enhance multi-stakeholder collaboration by establishing inclusive platforms for dialogue, integrating sustainable transport into national strategies, and leveraging partnerships across the UN system, member states, and private sectors. By fostering knowledge sharing and capacity building, the plan ensures a cohesive approach to advancing sustainable, equitable, and resilient transport systems globally. | Promote the development and adoption of integrated, multimodal transport systems, prioritizing low-carbon and inclusive mobility solutions. Aligned Level: Global This policy emphasizes the need for coordinated international frameworks to support investment in public transportation, active mobility (e.g., cycling, walking), and low-emission technologies. By establishing global standards, incentivizing research, and sharing best practices, this policy fosters sustainable transport networks that align with climate goals and equitable development. Regional and national actors can adapt these frameworks to address specific geographic and socio-economic contexts, ensuring scalability and inclusivity. | Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | A concrete initiative is the Global Green Corridors Partnership involving governments, private sector, and international organizations. This initiative focuses on developing low-carbon transport corridors linking key global trade routes. It integrates clean energy technologies like electric vehicles and green hydrogen-powered ships, alongside digital innovations for efficient logistics. This partnership reduces emissions, enhances trade sustainability, and creates green jobs, directly contributing to the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport and advancing SDG 9 (industry, innovation, and infrastructure) and SDG 13 (climate action).https://globaldrivetozero.org/publication/zevwise-ze-freight-corridors-fact-sheet/ | Advancing sustainable transport requires innovation, green technology, inclusive policies, investment, and multi-stakeholder collaboration | ||||||||
36 | Global Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional | Binding - non-volunteer commitments from Member States - needs an incentive/deal to make it binding. Maybe work with COP so an action ticks both COP and sustainable transport for a country | All countries implement policies that promote walking, cycling and mass-transit and prioritize the needs of pedestrians, cyclings and mass-transit users, including lower speeds for motorized vehicles | Involvement of civil society in drafting solutions | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | Invest in attractive (clean, safe, reliable, affordable) mass-transit and provide low speed zones with supporting infrastructure such as traffic calming and pedestrian facilities | WE are all pedestians at some point of our journey. If we find solutions that focus on keeping pedestians are safe all are safe | |||||||
37 | Expert SDG Algeria | Science & Technological Community | Africa | Local | Boosting Sustainable Transport and Its Contribution to the SDGs 1. Mainstreaming Sustainable Transport Across SDGs Highlight transport’s role in achieving multiple SDGs, such as climate action (SDG 13), sustainable cities (SDG 11), energy efficiency (SDG 7), economic growth (SDG 8), and health (SDG 3). Advocate for integrated, low-carbon transport systems that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution, and energy consumption. | This policy encourages Member States to prioritize sustainable transport solutions in their NDCs under the Paris Agreement. This integration can ensure that countries commit to measurable actions, such as: Decarbonizing the transport sector through electrification. Promoting public transport, walking, and cycling infrastructure. | Providing technical expertise or research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Promoting public awareness and education | ||||||||||
38 | Fondation Eboko | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa, Europe | Global | The UN Decade can prioritize clean and affordable public transport in regions like Congo, where outdated vehicles worsen pollution and limit mobility. Policies should support low-emission vehicle adoption, invest in infrastructure for cycling and walking, and improve urban planning. Partnerships between local governments, donors, and private stakeholders can ensure funding and expertise. Lessons from France, such as low-emission zones, can guide African cities to reduce urban congestion and pollution. | Level: Regional Enforce vehicle emission standards in Africa, targeting polluting vehicles in cities like Brazzaville. This should include transitioning public and private fleets to cleaner technologies, supported by incentives and international funding. Local governments need capacity-building to implement and monitor these changes. Lessons from France’s low-emission zones, like Paris, could inspire tailored solutions for African cities to reduce air pollution and improve public health. | In Congo, the most significant barrier is the lack of reliable transport infrastructure and investment. Outdated vehicles dominate, causing pollution and limiting accessibility. Without targeted funding mechanisms, partnerships, and stronger policies, progress is slow. Governments must focus on public transit systems like electric buses and clean energy solutions. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | A green transport corridor in Brazzaville using electric buses and solar-powered charging stations. This project could involve partnerships between the Congolese government, international donors, and private companies. Inspired by similar projects in Nairobi, this initiative would modernize public transport, reduce emissions, and create jobs while enhancing mobility for residents. Such an initiative aligns with the SDGs by fostering sustainable urban development. | To advance sustainable transport and support SDGs, we need clean, inclusive, and locally tailored mobility systems. | |||||||
39 | Centre d'accompagnement des alternatives locales de développement (Caald) | Indigenous Peoples | Africa | Global | Un plan de travail sur le thème avec les parties prenantes est indispensable aux niveaux local, régional et international. | Un plan de travail sur le thème avec les parties prenantes est indispensable aux niveaux local, régional et international. | Absence de plan de travail sur le thème avec les parties prenantes; absence plan de suivi - évaluation des résultats, de communication. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | Un plan de travail sur le thème avec les parties prenantes est indispensable aux niveaux local, régional et international. | Un plan de travail sur le thème avec les parties prenantes est indispensable aux niveaux local, régional et international. | |||||||
40 | Former Inter-Regional Advisor on Energy Transport and Climate Change (rtd.) | Science & Technological Community | Asia, Africa, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global | Tackling GhG goals has to be the top priority given the serious impacts and looming development needs. While financing and support to sustainable development policy implementation must receive most attention, I will highlight the rural development in SIDS like Vanuatu where I am working, that sees outer islands diesel generator costs of >2.00 USD/kWh and the emissions for diesel transportation, to the 70% non-electrified islands equal in magnitude to the on-site generator emissions. This we can fix. | I am a firm believer in the long term benefits of research. Early investment in things that could work like magnetic levitation pods or hook-ups to a smart network track/grid may have very beneficial results. Also financially we need that level of risk appetite that development and energy transition deserve. If there are no failures the risk level is too low. | Providing technical expertise or research | https://slocat.net/ | Sustainable Transport Policy agreement and coordinated implementation for a "Happy Trails" future. | ||||||||
41 | Rollgood | Business & Industry | North America | Local | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can best contribute to fulfillment of SDGs by aiding public and private sector in assessing and measuring both the immediate and upstream supply chain impacts of transport on natural habitat loss, especially when carbon neutrality can come into conflict with habitat loss. For example, the impact of the BR-319 highway development through the Amazon rainforest has not been fully measured or predicted by international organizations. Therefore, the public and private sectors in Brazil are unaware of the devastating climate impacts such as reduced rainfall and drought and flooding that may result from forest loss and desertification, as well as of the habitat and biodiversity loss that may result. | On a regional level, whenever sustainable transport may come into conflict with habitat and biodiversity loss, it helps to have an international unbiased organization to assess and weigh the options. For example, electric cars may reduce carbon emissions, but mining the minerals to create electric car batteries and electronics damages the Congo rainforest and reduces governance and democracy due to the flow of funds to warring factions in the region. Another example is the building of roads through forests and biodiversity-rich ecosystems. While such projects like BR-319 may increase the efficiency of the transit of goods and people, since they cut through biodiverse habitats, they risk accelerating the species extinction crisis. | Some environmental damage caused by sustainable transport is not accounted for. For example, mining metals to go into the batteries of electric cars has caused worse governance and environmental issues in the Democratic Republic of Congo, a major source of minerals for electric cars, such as cobalt, coltan, and copper. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | Private sector transportation solution development companies should collaborate with governments and universities and NGOs in creating a natural ecosystem and habitat biodiversity impact assessment for transportation development projects. | to fully assess the impact of transportation projects on the natural world and future climate impacts of land use change, like desertification | |||||||
42 | International Expertise House for ESG | Other stakeholders active in areas related to sustainable development | Africa | Global | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can boost global efforts by promoting integrated, low-emission transport systems, enhancing public transit, and supporting clean technology adoption. Aligning transport policies with the SDGs can improve accessibility, reduce emissions (SDG 13), and foster economic growth (SDG 8). The Implementation Plan should prioritize multi-stakeholder collaboration by fostering partnerships between UN entities, Member States, and private sectors, leveraging financing mechanisms, and promoting knowledge sharing. Engaging local communities ensures inclusive approaches, addressing urban-rural disparities while advancing global goals. | Policy Recommendation: Establish global standards for sustainable transport systems to guide national and regional policies, focusing on low-emission technologies and equitable access. Level: Global Global standards will harmonize efforts across borders, promoting investment in clean technologies, infrastructure, and capacity-building. By providing a shared framework, these standards can guide regional and national governments in adopting aligned strategies while fostering collaboration among stakeholders. This approach will accelerate progress toward SDG 13 (Climate Action) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities). | Additional barriers include insufficient funding, lack of political will, and gaps in technological infrastructure, particularly in developing regions. Resistance to behavioral change, such as over-reliance on private vehicles, also hinders progress. Addressing these requires stronger public-private partnerships, increased investments in research and development. | Providing technical expertise or research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Promoting public awareness and education | An exemplary initiative is the Play&Go Corporate program in Ferrara, Italy, which promotes urban cycling through a collaborative effort among local government, private companies, and research institutions. This program encourages employees to commute by bicycle, enhancing sustainable mobility and reducing urban congestion. The initiative's success demonstrates the effectiveness of multi-stakeholder partnerships in advancing sustainable transport solutions | To advance sustainable transport around the world and to maximize its positive contributions to SDG implementation, we need: bold policies. | |||||||
43 | ESD | Other stakeholders active in areas related to sustainable development | Asia | Regional, Local | The United Nations Decade of Sustainable Transport can promote sustainable transportation by raising awareness, encouraging policies, and investing in green infrastructure. This contributes to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by reducing emissions and improving quality of life. The Implementation Plan can enhance collaboration among stakeholders by establishing dialogue forums, sharing experiences and technologies, and coordinating development projects. Involvement of Member States and non-governmental organizations will create a strong network, fostering innovation and sustainability in global transportation. | A key policy recommendation in the Implementation Plan is to develop sustainable public transportation systems. This policy should focus on improving public transport infrastructure, encouraging the use of public transit, and minimizing private vehicle usage. This may include investing in electric buses, subways, and bike lanes. The most appropriate levels for this recommendation are **national** and **local**, as local governments can tailor solutions to meet specific community needs, while national governments can provide supportive legal frameworks and financial resources. | In addition to the barriers mentioned, there are obstacles such as a lack of data and information on transportation needs, resistance from traditional industries, and limitations in financing sustainable projects. The lack of community engagement can also hinder the acceptance of new solutions. To overcome these challenges, it's essential to enhance education and raise awareness. | Providing technical expertise or research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | A notable example of a multi-stakeholder initiative is the "C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group." This initiative connects major cities worldwide to share sustainable transportation solutions, such as developing electric buses, improving pedestrian infrastructure, and implementing high-speed rail lines. | We need: "Strong collaboration and innovative solutions." | |||||||
44 | Biozid Climate Institute | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia | National | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can boost global sustainability by fostering international collaboration, sharing best practices, and encouraging investment in green transport infrastructure. Prioritizing clean technologies, public transit, and active mobility will help reduce emissions, improve health, and promote inclusivity. Policies should align with the SDGs, focusing on accessibility and equity. Additionally, leveraging innovation and digital solutions, along with international funding for low-income regions, can drive progress toward the SDGs. | One key policy recommendation for the Implementation Plan of the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport is **the promotion of integrated public transport systems**. Governments should prioritize the development and expansion of affordable, accessible, and efficient public transit networks that are seamlessly connected with other modes of sustainable transport (such as cycling and walking). This integrated approach will reduce reliance on private vehicles, decrease traffic congestion, lower emissions, and provide equitable access to transportation for all, especially marginalized communities. It aligns with SDGs 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and 13 (Climate Action). | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Promoting public awareness and education | ||||||||||
45 | Data4Moz | Science & Technological Community | Africa | Regional, National, Local | Providing technical expertise or research, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | ||||||||||||
46 | Red Dot Foundation Global | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, North America | Global | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can boost sustainable transport globally by promoting equitable access, investing in low-emission technologies, and supporting policies for inclusive mobility. It should prioritize underserved regions, especially in the Global South, ensuring transport solutions align with SDGs on climate action, economic growth, gender equality, and health. Capacity-building initiatives, funding for sustainable infrastructure, and scalable pilot programs can create systemic change. Robust monitoring frameworks will ensure accountability and measurable impact. | Establish a global multi-stakeholder platform for knowledge exchange and collaboration to drive sustainable transport solutions. This platform should facilitate public-private partnerships, incentivize local innovations, and provide technical and financial support for sustainable infrastructure. Clear mechanisms for data sharing and progress tracking will align efforts across all levels. Inclusive decision-making, prioritizing marginalized groups, ensures solutions are context-sensitive and impactful. (Level: Global) | - Insufficient integration of sustainable transport into urban planning. - Lack of data and evidence to inform policy decisions. - Limited inclusion of marginalized voices in transport planning processes. - Inadequate emphasis on digital innovations for smarter mobility systems. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | The Safecity: Women’s Safety in Public Transport Program addresses gender-based violence in public transit through multi-stakeholder partnerships with city governments, transport authorities, law enforcement, and NGOs. It crowdsources data on harassment, trains drivers and staff in gender sensitivity, and creates community awareness programs for safer transport systems. Implemented in India and globally, this initiative has improved safety, access, and trust in public transport. It aligns with SDGs on gender equality, sustainable cities, and partnerships. | To advance sustainable transport and maximize SDG contributions, we need: "Equitable access, innovative solutions, and united global action." | |||||||
47 | Faculty of Contemporary Arts | Education & Academic Entities | Europe | National | strengthening international cooperation, creating a platform for international cooperation and sharing good practices, encouraging private investments | tax incentives for sustainable transport | Educational programs for young people | Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | Encourage the creation of educational environments and programs for strengthening the capacity of young people. | ||||||||
48 | Recherches et Documentation Juridiques Africaines asbl | Education & Academic Entities | Africa, Europe | Global, Regional, National, Local | If we consider the contribution to the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals as making mobility of people and goods easier and reducing at the same time CO2 emissions in order to address climate change challenges the best way to boost sustainable transport is to promote railway transports(including trams in urban transport),inland navigation and maritime transports Regular meetings and workshops among all departments/structures dealing with sustainable Development Goals across the the UN system, Member States and all other stakeholders are encouraged. | As far as transport and mobility are concerned it is very difficult to share one policy recommendation that should be highlighted in the implementation plan at global level There are many elements associated to logistic needs that should be taken into consideration. The level that can be aligned with one policy recommendation (in my opinion) is at regional or national level. In developed countries the logistic constraints put the road mode of transport in the top position although we know that it is one which produces more CO2. if we consider the use of green fuel as one of the solutions, we realize that the cost of such fuels is not yet accessible to all potential users. In conclusion the policy recommendation will depend on the region considered. | Difference in the access of new technologies at global level... | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | Regular workshops and training aiming at information and experience sharing (in real time) on new technologies and innovations in the multimodal transport sector. | frank and sincere cooperation. | |||||||
49 | Zamzam Foundation | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa | National | Key factors contributing to sustainable transport solutions for vulnerable populations are: affordability, accessibility, and resilience and strategy includes. Subsidized public transit and local, low-cost transport Building climate-resilient transport systems Involving local communities in transport planning and community-run transport systems Creating employment opportunities in sustainable transport and supporting small businesses Ensuring transport links to healthcare, education, and markets, and using mobile services Solar-powered transport options and decentralized charging stations Establishing emergency transport networks for evacuation and service delivery Providing financial assistance for vulnerable groups | Establish affordable, climate-resilient transport networks especially for marginalized communities in hard-to-reach areas; Prioritize building low-cost, accessible, and durable transport infrastructure, such as solar-powered vehicles and community-based transport systems, to ensure these populations have reliable access to essential services. At the subnational and local levels, governments should partner with local communities to design and implement solutions tailored to their needs, ensuring that vulnerable populations are not excluded from the benefits of sustainable transport. | High costs, remoteness and lack of connectivity to urban centers and transport infrastructure; inadequate electricity access; unreliable, overcrowded public transportation; limited knowledge about sustainable options and their benefits; resistance to change due to already challenging conditions and mistrust of unknown; climate impacts that impede resilience; and insufficient resources or expertise | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | "Nairobi Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) System" in Kenya. Kenyan government, UN Environment Programme (UNEP), World Bank, and various local stakeholders partnered for this project. https://unfccc.int/files/focus/mitigation/application/pdf/nama_proposal_poster_kenya_brt_cop2.pdf | ... we need courageous leaders, collaborative partnerships and equitable, community based solutions | |||||||
50 | Bengawalk | Science & Technological Community | Asia | National, Local | Advocate for prioritising walking infrastructure in developing countries Design better incentives, build SOP’s that work, and bring knowledge to grassroots level decision making | Local policy - ensure that each urban body has an active mayor or decision maker. Disincentives to governments that fail to do this. Indian cities are yet to receive government capacity at the local level, especially Bengaluru | No | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education | Getting the BMLTA to be recognised and active would be a really great success story for the decade of public transport | to build streets that put people first. | |||||||
51 | BYCS | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global | Focus on creating cycling cultures in cities and esp low income areas first, implement safe walking and cycling infra and secondly invest in safe and accessible public transport | It should be a basic right for children and their mothers to be out on the street safely, everywhere | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | We are a member of a few, ao, https://clean-mobility.org/, https://fossilfueltreaty.org/, https://pathforwalkingcycling.com/, https://cities4children.org/, https://www.fiafoundation.org/our-work/child-and-youth-rights and we have our own network: Bicyclemayor.org and Manifesto: https://bycs.org/childrensmanifesto/ | to prioritze cycling, more than transporttation, it is transformattion | ||||||||
52 | NUEPHA | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa | Local | so in the discussion of sustainable development is very important. Sustainable development at the transportation sector can be divided into three major sections: society, economy, and environment. Transportation sustainable development requires balancing to achieve the minimum expectations in these three sectors. For increasing the role of transportation in sustainable development, we need to use some strategies for increasing sustainability. These strategies include promoting public transportation, demand management, improving road management, pricing policies, vehicle technology improvement, using clean fuels, cultural enhancement, and transportation planning. This can evaluates the role of transportation and the effect of using these strategies in sustainable development. | The trend of same-day and next-day deliveries has made it necessary for businesses to have an efficient transportation management system that can ensure the completion of every process at the specified time. Even a minor delay in the process like route planning or consignment pick up can cause delayed delivery. We know you have read enough about these transportation-related challenges and now is the time to provide you with ways to fix it. Automatic order allocation | The transportation is a subsystem of the social economy, and its development is an important component of social economy sustainable development. For the sustainable development of transportation, we should not only consider its own economic result, but also fully concern the outside positive and negative effects of the transportation. | Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Promoting public awareness and education, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | there is need for better data collection, integrating transport with other sectors like health and energy, and creating multi-modal transport systems to address urban and rural mobility needs. we should also emphasized the role of local and regional governments in co-creating mobility solutions, the importance of private and public investment in low- and middle-income countries, and fostering inclusive systems for marginalized groups | Better Infrastructure for Bicyclists Encourage More Carpooling and Ride-Sharing Invest in Alternative Fuel Technology , | |||||||
53 | REACHOUT SALONE | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa | National | Providing a roadmap The Implementation Plan can help accelerate progress towards sustainable transport by providing a roadmap for action. Mobilizing resources The Implementation Plan can help mobilize resources for sustainable transport projects at all levels. Increasing awareness The Implementation Plan can help increase awareness and capacity building on sustainable transport practices. Improving monitoring and evaluation The Implementation Plan can help improve monitoring and evaluation of progress towards sustainable transport goals. | Mobilize and share knowledge, expertise, technology, and financial resources Pursue a shared vision Promote joint problem-solving Exploit mutual self-interest Add value beyond what's achievable by other alternatives | Social and Human Services | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | Providing capacity-building The Division for Sustainable Development Goals (DSDG) can provide capacity-building on stakeholder engagement. | A collective approach | |||||||
54 | Fundacion CAVAT Road Safety NGO | Non-Governmental Organization | Latin America and the Caribbean | National | The best way to reach the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals is to tackle the main targets that are aligned with road safety and sustainable transportation. In this case, those are 3.6 [by 2030, halve the number of global deaths and injuries from road traffic accidents] and 11.2 [by 2030, provide access to safe, affordable, accessible and sustainable transport systems for all, improving road safety, notably by expanding public transport, with special attention to the needs of those in vulnerable situations, women, children, persons with disabilities and older persons]. I believe that financing NGOs who are in charge of working collaboratively with the government are a key part in pushing actions that have been promoted by the UN system and its governments. | Certified helmets should be mandatory and aligned with UN system or european standards. The level most aligned with this policy is at a national level. | A significant barrier is the lack of education of road users regarding sustainable transport. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | A concrete initiative that has been successfully applied in Ecuador is the change of public policy regarding helmet use. Also, as an NGO, we have advocated for a cost decrease in certified helmet usage fess, due to it should be accesible to all motorcycle users. | the commitment to work collaboratively across al sectors of society. | |||||||
55 | Global Sustainable Transport Innovation and knowledge Center | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia | Global | Cooperation and collaboration among UN system, international organizations and member states is key to success of promoting global sustainable transport development. As an organization to serve the global sustainable transport development, GSTIKC would like to make contributions to the Decade. UN is supposed to encourage regional commissions, member states' transport authorities and stakeholders to implement pragmatic projects aimed at promoting sustainable transport. Forums could be hosted regularly to discuss the opportunities and challenges of global sustainable transport. Global sustainable transport best practices could be shared with members and stakeholders. A prize or award could be launched to encourage those who make contributions to sustainable transport development. | Global Sustainable Transport (GST) Best Practice Initiative. Selecting exemplary GST practices and Sharing them at significant meetings and venues would allow countries to learn from each other and implement effective sustainable transport solutions. GST Innovation Award would honour individuals or organisations that contribute to sustainable transport. Annual GST Forum could provide a platform for countries and stakeholders to discuss sustainable transport policies and recommendations to support the Decade by facilitating global dialogue. GST Ambassadors Program. Invite member states to nominate Global Sustainable Transport Ambassadors to promote global transportation cooperation and various sustainable transportation initiatives. | / | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | GSTIKC was announced in the 2nd UN Global Transport Conference. It is dedicated to promote intergovernmental dialogue through forums like the Global Sustainable Transport Forum (GSTF) which is hosted annually in Beijing to invite various countries’ transport authorities, enterprises, international organizations to discuss the global sustainable transport. It is also the secretariat of Global Sustainable Transport Innovation Alliance (GSTIA) which unites global transport enterprises and stakeholders to jointly promote the global sustainable transport. It annually hosts the International Exhibition on Transport Technology & Equipment to lead the innovative development of global transport. GSTIKC would like to support the Decade through the above platforms, expertise and financial support. | Critical to a Sustainable World: policies, invest and cooperation for sustainable transport. | |||||||
56 | GO ITHACA | Non-Governmental Organization | North America | Local | Create and research funding for sustainable transportation projects and provide these to transportation and infrastructure providers | Behavior change and engagement strategies at ALL levels to change priorities and ensure political will for sustainable transportation projects | Accessibility and diverse needs must be considered | Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | Form a working group to research funding opportunities for nations with less resources | someone like you who cares a whole awful lot | |||||||
57 | Fundación Internacional René Mey | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | National | El Decenio de las Naciones Unidas para el Transporte Sostenible puede impulsar el transporte sostenible mediante la promoción de políticas globales, el intercambio de buenas prácticas y la creación de alianzas estratégicas. Al centrarse en la innovación, la infraestructura verde y la inclusión social, puede contribuir directamente a los ODS, como el ODS 11 (Ciudades y comunidades sostenibles) y el ODS 13 (Acción por el clima). El Plan de Implementación puede mejorar la colaboración al establecer plataformas inclusivas para el diálogo entre gobiernos, sector privado, sociedad civil y organismos internacionales, promoviendo la alineación de políticas y el intercambio de recursos y conocimiento. | Una recomendación clave es la creación de marcos regulatorios que fomenten la transición hacia el transporte de bajas emisiones, como la implementación de estándares de emisiones más estrictos, incentivos fiscales para la adopción de vehículos eléctricos y el desarrollo de infraestructura de recarga accesible. Esta recomendación debe ser aplicada principalmente a nivel nacional, ya que los gobiernos nacionales pueden establecer regulaciones uniformes y proporcionar incentivos económicos. Sin embargo, también es esencial que los niveles subnacionales y locales adapten las políticas a sus contextos específicos y promuevan soluciones locales sostenibles. | La falta de infraestructura adecuada representa un obstáculo importante para la implementaron de transporte sostenible | Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | Un ejemplo concreto es la Iniciativa de Ciudades Sostenibles (Sustainable Cities Initiative), que involucra a gobiernos, empresas, ONGs y comunidades locales para mejorar la infraestructura de transporte en áreas urbanas. Un ejemplo destacado es la asociación entre la Alianza Global para el Transporte y el Aire Limpio (GTZ) y diversas ciudades para implementar soluciones de transporte de bajas emisiones, como buses eléctricos y ciclovías. Esta iniciativa apoya a las ciudades en la creación de políticas inclusivas que promuevan la sostenibilidad en el transporte, contribuyendo a los ODS 11 y 13. Más detalles en: (https://www.sustainablecitiesnetwork.org). | crear alianzas globales,impulsar la innovación local y garantizar políticas inclusivas que transformen la movilidad hacia un futuro más limpio y justo | |||||||
58 | Fundación Internacional René Mey | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | National | El Decenio de las Naciones Unidas para el Transporte Sostenible puede impulsar el transporte sostenible mediante la promoción de políticas globales, el intercambio de buenas prácticas y la creación de alianzas estratégicas. Al centrarse en la innovación, la infraestructura verde y la inclusión social, puede contribuir directamente a los ODS, como el ODS 11 (Ciudades y comunidades sostenibles) y el ODS 13 (Acción por el clima). El Plan de Implementación puede mejorar la colaboración al establecer plataformas inclusivas para el diálogo entre gobiernos, sector privado, sociedad civil y organismos internacionales, promoviendo la alineación de políticas y el intercambio de recursos y conocimiento. | Una recomendación clave es la creación de marcos regulatorios que fomenten la transición hacia el transporte de bajas emisiones, como la implementación de estándares de emisiones más estrictos, incentivos fiscales para la adopción de vehículos eléctricos y el desarrollo de infraestructura de recarga accesible. Esta recomendación debe ser aplicada principalmente a nivel nacional, ya que los gobiernos nacionales pueden establecer regulaciones uniformes y proporcionar incentivos económicos. Sin embargo, también es esencial que los niveles subnacionales y locales adapten las políticas a sus contextos específicos y promuevan soluciones locales sostenibles. | El transporte público es un servicio esencial para las ciudades, permite a las personas desplazarse de forma eficiente y sostenible. También enfrenta desafíos que deben ser abordados para mejorar su calidad y accesibilidad,algunas ciudades enfrentan grandes retos como la congestión del tráfico y la falta de mantenimiento de infraestructuras | Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | Un ejemplo concreto es la Iniciativa de Ciudades Sostenibles (Sustainable Cities Initiative), que involucra a gobiernos, empresas, ONGs y comunidades locales para mejorar la infraestructura de transporte en áreas urbanas. Un ejemplo destacado es la asociación entre la Alianza Global para el Transporte y el Aire Limpio (GTZ) y diversas ciudades para implementar soluciones de transporte de bajas emisiones, como buses eléctricos y ciclovías. Esta iniciativa apoya a las ciudades en la creación de políticas inclusivas que promuevan la sostenibilidad en el transporte, contribuyendo a los ODS 11 y 13. Más detalles en: (https://www.sustainablecitiesnetwork.org). | crear alianzas globales,impulsar la innovación local y garantizar políticas inclusivas que transformen la movilidad hacia un futuro más limpio y justo | |||||||
59 | DISABILITY PEOPLES FORUM UGANDA | Persons with Disabilities | Africa | Global | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport (2026-2035) can boost sustainable transport globally by raising awareness, mobilizing resources, and fostering partnerships. It will highlight transport's role in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), promoting inclusive, resilient, and sustainable transportation systems. The Implementation Plan can enhance multi-stakeholder collaboration by providing a strategic framework for coordination, resource mobilization, and progress monitoring. It will involve Member States, UN agencies, private sector, civil society, and academia, ensuring a holistic approach to sustainable transport | One key policy recommendation for the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport is to promote the "Avoid-Shift-Improve" approach. This involves: Avoiding unnecessary travel by promoting remote work and local services. Shifting to more sustainable modes of transport like public transit, cycling, and walking. Improving the efficiency of existing transport systems through technology and better infrastructure. This recommendation aligns most closely with global efforts, as it requires international collaboration and coordination to achieve significant impact | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Promoting public awareness and education | One example is the Global Sustainable Transport Initiative (GSTI), a partnership between the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA), UN Regional Commissions, local governments, private sector, and civil society organizations. The GSTI aims to enhance accessibility, affordability, and sustainability of transport systems by promoting multi-modal transport solutions, integrating transport with sectors like health and energy, and fostering inclusive systems for marginalized groups. This initiative aligns with the goals of the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport 2026-2035 by mobilizing resources, fostering collaboration, and ensuring effective monitoring | , we need: "Innovative solutions, collaborative efforts, and equitable access for all. | ||||||||
60 | The International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional, National, Local | Sustainable transport can be boosted not only technologically but also operationally. Around 80% of the volume of international trade in goods is carried by sea, and the percentage is constantly rising. As little as a 10% speed reduction can significantly lower pollution from ships (40%), the danger of ship strikes with endangered cetaceans (50%), fuel consumption (that will lead to savings), and greenhouse gas emissions (13%). This call for action is getting together all relevant stakeholders, including governments, international organizations, private sector, civil society, and academia. No funding sources and innovative financing mechanisms are necessary since speed reduction is a measure that can be readily implemented with the existing fleet. | A realistic and impactful solution to make the seas safer and quieter for marine animals: reduced shipping speeds to 75% of ship design speed. That would lead to an average speed reduction of 10% of the global fleet and could reduce underwater noise pollution by up to 40% and shipping greenhouse gas emissions by 13%. Speed reduction would also result in co-benefits for biodiversity, as the risk of whale strikes could also be reduced by 50% through this measure. In addition, reduced speeds can reduce fuel consumption and lead to cost reduction (around € 3.4 billion to € 4.5 billion per year) while benefiting people through reduced air emissions. Speed reduction is a measure that can be readily implemented with the existing fleet. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education | IFAW’s Blue speeds for shipping' initiative advocates for a straightforward solution to reduce underwater noise, ship strike risk, and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from the shipping industry. By slowing down to 75% of ship design speed (or approximately a 10% speed reduction), we can reduce underwater noise pollution by 50%, the risk of ship strikes by 40%, and GHG emissions by 13% across the global shipping fleet. This operational solution is immediately applicable. Apart from various targets in SDG 11, this project contributes to SDG 14.1 and SDG 14.2. This initiative involves advocacy work with policymakers and representatives from the shipping and port sectors. Links: bluespeeds.org https://cedelft.eu/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2022/10/CE_Delft_210439_Blue_Speeds_for_shipping_Def.pdf | to slow down maritime transport. | ||||||||
61 | AMAK (National Automobile Club of Azerbaijan) | Non-Governmental Organization | Europe | National | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can boost global sustainable transport by prioritizing integrated policies that promote public transit, non-motorized transport, and low-emission technologies. Linking transport goals directly to SDGs—such as climate action, health, and equitable access—ensures alignment and measurable impact. The Implementation Plan should foster multi-stakeholder collaboration through shared platforms for knowledge exchange, capacity building, and funding. Facilitating partnerships between Member States, the private sector, NGOs, and the UN system will create synergies, drive innovation, and accelerate progress toward sustainable mobility solutions. | Establish a global framework for prioritizing investments in sustainable urban mobility, focusing on public transport, active mobility (walking, cycling), electrification of vehicle fleets, and Personal Mobility Devices (PMD). | Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | A multi-stakeholder partnership focused on improving road safety by addressing distractions and promoting the use of Personal Mobility Devices (PMDs) could contribute significantly to the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport (2026-2035). The initiative would involve local governments, private companies (e.g., PMD manufacturers, technology providers), law enforcement, and NGOs. It could focus on raising awareness about the dangers of distractions like mobile phone use while using PMDs, and implementing policies for safer PMD usage, such as designated lanes and safety gear requirements. Additionally, it could support the development of technologies to reduce distractions and promote safe, sustainable urban mobility | "Collaborative innovation and bold action for a safe future." | ||||||||
62 | The Urban Catalysts | Business & Industry | Asia, Africa | Global, Regional, National, Local | Lack of a user-centered approach. Sustainable transport is perceived as infrastructure and not a service. There is a need to focus on the user and address the entire journey, while leveraging different forms of appropriate technology. Demand management of personal vehicles: There is a limited emphasis and attention to these strategies, including but not limited to parking management. | Providing technical expertise or research | Using a gender lens to plan and improve public transport services. Women in LMICs have poor access to personal vehicles creating an opportunity to make them "choice users" of public transport systems. The first step for this is collecting, analyzing gender disaggregated data through ticketing systems. The Urban Catalysts have identified different avenues for doing this in our technical note below: https://transport-links.com/hvt-publications/framework-to-collect-and-analyse-gender-disaggregated-travel-data-from-public-transport-ticketing-systems | ACSAR (means frequent in Hindi language) public transport systems: Affordable, connected, safe, accessible, reliable. | |||||||||
63 | NGOs COMPUTER LITERACY SHELTER WELFARE RAWALPINDI CANTT | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia | Global, National | : The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can boost global efforts by integrating sustainable transport into SDG frameworks, prioritizing low-carbon mobility, and fostering equitable access. The Implementation Plan can enhance multi-stakeholder collaboration by establishing a global task force to align UN agencies, Member States, and private sectors; promoting data-sharing platforms; and incentivizing innovative partnerships for green technologies. Capacity-building programs and inclusive dialogues ensure local solutions are scalable globally, advancing transport equity and sustainability. | Policy Recommendation: Prioritize the Development of Integrated Multimodal Transport Systems Description: Encourage the planning, development, and operation of integrated multimodal transport systems that seamlessly connect various modes of transport (e.g., buses, trains, bicycles, and pedestrian pathways). These systems should prioritize sustainability, accessibility, and affordability while reducing dependence on private vehicles. The policy should emphasize digital integration, such as unified ticketing systems and real-time data sharing, to enhance user convenience and system efficiency. | Are there any additional barriers to achieving sustainable transport aside from those listed above? Would you like to elaborate on any of your responses above? | Providing technical expertise or research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Promoting public awareness and education | The Global Green Freight Action Plan The Global Green Freight Action Plan is a multi-stakeholder initiative involving the UN, governments, NGOs, and the private sector. It promotes sustainable freight systems through improved fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and the adoption of cleaner technologies. Key partners include the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the Climate and Clean Air Coalition (CCAC), and industry leaders. The initiative supports the development of green freight programs globally, contributing to sustainable transport and SDG implementation. | "innovative partnerships, equitable policies, and bold investments in green, inclusive, and resilient transport solutions." | |||||||
64 | World Federation of Engineering Organizations (WFEO) | Science & Technological Community | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global | UN can encourage member states to: Align Transportation policies with the SDGs; foster cross sector collaboration; invest in sustainable and resilient transportation systems; promote multimodal systems; decarbonize transportation systems while adapting to climate change; ensure system accessibility for all; encourage innovation, leverage technology such as AI; promote sustainable behaviors starting with planning of communities at all levels including design, construction, maintenance and operation of systems; measure performance and share knowledge freely. | UN should advocate, promote and encourage sustainable infrastructure in all sectors (SDG 6, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13) and at all levels from local to global; UN should endorse best practices such as ASCE Report Card to assess condition of infrastructure; ISI's Envision Rating System and ASCE's Sustainable Infrastructure Standard 73-23; ensure the principles are embedded in governance, financing and procurement of infrastructure programs/ projects at all levels. | Cost of transitioning to sustainable transportation Infrastructure and competing government priorities. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), the American Consulting Engineers Council (ACEC) and the American Public Works Association (APWA) were instrumental in founding the Institute of Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI) in 2010 https://sustainableinfrastructure.org/partners-and-members/ ISI's Envision Rating System is used as a tool in planning, designing, maintaining and operating infrastructure projects and systems to ensure their sustainability and resilience. Examples include Vendome Metro Station Project in Montreal, Quebec and Centerm Expansion Project and the South Shore Access Project at Port of Vancouver, Canada https://sustainableinfrastructure.org/transportation/ | Consensus based life style policies that encourage "Just Transition" to a more sustainable and resilient transportation systems | |||||||
65 | CENTRE AFRICAIN DE RECHERCHE INDUSTRIELLE | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa | Global | Above all, we must first have a transport development plan which will require implementation with support from the United Nations. This plan will include areas that are likely to influence the SDGs. For example, poverty reduction requires that States give work to the population and pay salaries without which we cannot talk about the fight against poverty. When you create businesses, you create jobs. The latter generate income which allows the fight against poverty. Businesses greatly need road, air, rail, marine, etc. infrastructure. | Recognizing the importance and necessity of connecting the countries of the world by road and rail with the aim of promoting the integration and mobility of people, goods and services, the implementation of the Plan is of unprecedented necessity . | No | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | An intense awareness campaign among countries (political authorities) with a view to obtaining a global and inclusive agreement for the implementation of the Implementation Plan. | a sincere, efficient and effective engagement of all stakeholders to ensure the fairness of transport dividends betwen all countries | |||||||
66 | EcoSafe Road Guardians Trust | Private Philanthropic Organizations | Africa | National | 1. Investing in public transit, cycling, walking, and green vehicles. 2. Promoting research and development in areas like battery technology and autonomous vehicles. 3. Raising public awareness about the benefits of sustainable transport choices. | Establish a Global Sustainable Transport Fund: This fund would provide financial assistance to developing countries to invest in sustainable transport infrastructure, promote green technologies, and build capacity for sustainable transport planning. Level: Global This fund would be crucial for enabling developing countries to transition to more sustainable transport systems, which often lack the necessary resources for significant investments. | nil | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | UITP is internationally recognised for its work to advance the development of this critical policy agenda. UITP has a long history to its name, and is the only worldwide network to bring together all public transport stakeholders and all sustainable transport modes. Link: https://www.uitp.org/ | "a comprehensive and integrated approach that prioritizes equity, inclusivity, and innovation." | |||||||
67 | Udisha | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia | National | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can significantly boost sustainable transport by promoting innovative policies, investments, and technologies that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By prioritizing clean, efficient, and accessible transport systems, it can enhance economic growth, reduce emissions, and improve public health. | One key policy recommendation for the Implementation Plan is to prioritize the development of integrated public transport systems that promote accessibility, affordability, and sustainability. This policy should be implemented at the national level, encouraging governments to invest in and enhance public transit infrastructure while ensuring that systems are inclusive for all demographics, including marginalized communities. By creating seamless connections between various modes of transport and implementing incentives for using public transport, this approach can reduce reliance on private vehicles, lower emissions, and improve urban mobility. | Yes, additional barriers include social inequities, where marginalized communities lack access to sustainable transport options, and technological challenges, such as the integration of new mobility solutions. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | An impactful initiative contributing to the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport is the “MobiliseYourCity” program. This global initiative fosters partnerships between national and local governments, the private sector, and civil society to promote sustainable urban mobility planning. MobiliseYourCity supports cities in developing sustainable mobility plans that align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and climate commitments. For more information, visit: MobiliseYourCity. | "bold innovations and collaborative actions that pave the way for a greener, more connected future for all." | |||||||
68 | United Cities and Local Governments / Global Taskforce of Local and Regional Governments | Local and Regional Governments | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can drive sustainable transport globally by fostering multi-stakeholder collaboration, prioritizing equitable and inclusive transport systems, and aligning actions with the SDGs. Emphasizing multi-level governance ensures that local and regional governments, who are closest to communities, play active roles in planning and implementing transformative solutions. By linking the Decade to global frameworks like the New Urban Agenda and the Paris Agreement, the UN can promote proximity-based models such as the 15-minute city, ensuring transport systems reduce inequalities, improve resilience, and advance climate action while enhancing accessibility. | We recommend formal recognition of local and regional governments as key partners in global processes. LRGs, as closest to communities, should actively shape and implement sustainable mobility policies. Strengthen multi-level governance by creating continuous engagement structures and linking efforts to the Agenda 2030, the Pact for the Future, and other global frameworks. This holistic approach at a global level will drive transformative, cross-sectoral solutions in sustainable transport and urban resilience. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | A mobility hub is a focal point in the transport network where various modes—mass transit, shared, and active mobility—seamlessly integrate. It supports intermodal transfers for first- and last-mile connectivity while providing services to foster sustainable lifestyles. The BSM case in Barcelona highlights how parking assets can transform into multiservice hubs. Its 42 off-street parking structures feature 700+ charging points, 50 click-and-collect points, 700 micromobility parks, battery-swapping pilots, and 20 micro-distribution centers. Sharing services span 95% of the network, complemented by 14,000 car parks. These hubs reduce CO₂, noise, and pollution, reclaim urban space, and serve residents within 300–600m, adapting spaces to be inviting and functional. UITP Policy Brief, April '24 | empowered local and regional governments leading transformative, people-centered solutions. | ||||||||
69 | Africa Sustainable Climate and Environment Foundation (ASCEF) | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa | Global | An additional barrier to achieving sustainable transport aside from those listed above is Managing the growing complexity of transport technology. it faces the challenge of dealing with an ever-expanding and intricate technology landscape. Local and national governments must not only identify the most suitable use cases but also navigate through this complexity. | Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | An example was the Public Transport Action Plan 2030 Edinburgh A mass transit system for the Region which would provide more public transport options for cross-boundary travel, reducing the need to make unnecessary changes between services, leading to lower journey times to encourage everyone to travel more sustainably and contribute to reducing carbon emissions and congestion, public transport needs to be reliable, convenient and affordable. Link; https://www.edinburgh.gov.uk/downloads/file/33128/public-transport-action-plan-2030april2023#:~:text=What's%20the%20purpose%20of%20the,Edinburgh%20to%202030%20and%20beyond. | We need an efficient sustainable transformative transportation solutions and implementation across the globe on the road to UN Decade of Sustainable | |||||||||
70 | Alternate Futures Institute | Older Persons | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional, National, Local | There are many reasons that animal transport fills important human needs in elegant and even humorous ways. Honoring them would make a lot of sense. And, as I know from my collection of postage stamps from all over the world, horses are worthy of representation in many countries. In Chinese, horses are an animal—one of the twelve—of their zodiac. There are five elements, too. As a Fire Horse, I was born in 1966. The Fire Horse year only comes along every 60 years. 2026 will be a Fire Horse year. But to harness our power, the UN could make 2026 a year of the horse! This would bring the world together—and be a way to reach out to China peacefully, uniting the world’s cultures in celebration of animal transport, typified by the horse. | Why are we so devoted to mechanical solutions to our national needs, when they cause other needs to demand attention, and ruin what is valuable to start out with? Transport is a human requirement. The planet has many specialized habitats and fewer areas that can be healthfully paved. It has still less tolerance, as we see these days, for pollution from mechanized technology. The blame must be placed on “leaders” who refuse to act like adults and negotiate with other groups, initiating conflicts which a) find uses for high-tech war machine production and b) generate explosions which add to greenhouse gas emissions. On the contrary, these “leaders”—and the rest of us humans—must learn to value each other as living beings who have uniquenesses that we can use to play together with! | I think that psychology of every citizen needs to be addressed: education and requests for ideas are paramount. With 2026 as a beginning to the Decade, Horse Year would be engaging of historical identities around the globe for Transport by Living Entities. It would focus attention on the next solutions for sustainable transport, such as other animals and human invention. | Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Utilizing personal animal transport experience/research | UN Declaration of 2026 as International Equine Year | to remember not to forget our histories and to let them--and us-- inspire us! | |||||||
71 | MILLENNIUM CHILD SUPPORT GROUP | Non-Governmental Organization | Africa | Regional | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can advance global mobility by promoting low-carbon, inclusive, and efficient systems that support the SDGs. Prioritizing investments in green infrastructure, public transport, and clean technologies will drive decarbonization and improve connectivity for marginalized communities. The Implementation Plan can foster multi-stakeholder collaboration, strengthening partnerships across Member States, UN entities, organizations like the Millennium Child Support Group, and private sector stakeholders. By facilitating knowledge exchange and aligning financial resources, while engaging civil society and local communities, inclusive solutions can be developed, accelerating progress through collective accountability and capacity-building. | Policy Recommendation: Establish a global and regional framework, as suggested by the Millennium Child Support Group, to prioritize investments in sustainable transport infrastructure, focusing on low-carbon public transit systems and clean technology adoption. The framework should incorporate measurable targets, financial incentives, and capacity-building initiatives while fostering collaboration among regions to address unique socio-economic and geographic challenges. Level: Global and Regional This dual-level approach aligns with recommendations from the Millennium Child Support Group, ensuring harmonized global efforts supported by regional strategies that promote equitable and inclusive transport solutions contributing to the SDGs. | Millennium Child Support Group highlights additional barriers, including limited public awareness of sustainable transport benefits, poor integration of transport systems, and insufficient data for planning. The lack of political will remains the most critical challenge, driving funding gaps, weak regulations, and inadequate infrastructure, which hinder equitable and sustainable transport access. | Millennium Child Support Group can contribute to the implementation of the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport by: Promoting public awareness and education Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors These roles align with the organization's mission to empower communities, promote inclusivity, and foster sustainable development. | A concrete initiative could involve a partnership between Millennium Child Support Group, local governments, transportation providers, and NGOs to implement sustainable and accessible public transport systems in rural areas. The initiative would focus on electric buses or low-emission vehicles, community engagement, and capacity-building for local stakeholders. It could include education campaigns on sustainable transport and offer financial incentives for sustainable infrastructure development. Such initiatives would contribute to reducing emissions and improving mobility for underserved communities. (Example link: UN Sustainable Transport) | There is a we collaborative action, innovation, and commitment from all sectors. | |||||||
72 | Centre for WTO Studies | Education & Academic Entities | Asia | Global | Based on research done by the Centre for WTO Studies, it can be evidenced that there is an increase in erstwhile physical commodities, like books, music, games, etc., movement through internet. Thus, one key policy recommendation is to promote digital trade as a means to reduce reliance on carbon-intensive transport modes. This recommendation aligns best at the global level, focusing on harmonizing regulations to facilitate cross-border digital transactions. | Based on research done by the Centre for WTO Studies, it can be evidenced that there is an increase in erstwhile physical commodities, like books, music, games, etc., movement through internet. Thus, one key policy recommendation is to promote digital trade as a means to reduce reliance on carbon-intensive transport modes. This recommendation aligns best at the global level, focusing on harmonizing regulations to facilitate cross-border digital transactions. | Language barrier is a prominent issue which can be addressed by the use of technology. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education | The Ministry of External Affairs, India in collaboration with Centre for Research on International Trade in organizes the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Programme (ITEC) to foster cooperative training sessions across developing nations. | "innovative partnerships that drive change." | |||||||
73 | Village Farmers Initiative (VFI) | Farmers | Africa | Regional, National, Local | By making transportation infrastructures available and accessible in all means of transport. | Provide support for affordable and comfortable transportation to move goods and services from farm gates to cities where they are in high demand. | Poor maintenance of existing transportation infrastructures. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | Advocating for policy and regulatory change and supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport. | To accelerate sustainable transport through community based initiatives. | |||||||
74 | IRU | Business & Industry | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional | Greening transport is a marathon, not a sprint. We can’t wait until 2050 and then press a "magic button”. Governments and the private sector need to act now on all fronts. There are already many proven and cost-efficient ways to reduce CO2 in road transport via more efficient vehicles, operations and drivers. However, many of those are not favoured by governments and the impression that many industry leaders have is that governments are disconnected from the economic reality on the ground. It is crucial to engage in a constructive dialogue and find together regionally adapted and pragmatic solutions. To foster this (similar to the UN Road Safety Collaboration), IRU suggests to create a UN Sustainable Transport Collaboration headed by UNDESA. | The UN GA Resolution that heralded the UN Decade on Sustainable Transport invited all States that have not yet done so to ratify UN Conventions related to transport and transit facilitation – all of them available and applicable in all regions of the world. With a view to effectively measure the successful implementation of the Decade, IRU proposes the accession to, and implementation of UN Transport Conventions. Based on the current rate of ratification and implementation of UN Transport Conventions by national governments, IRU recommends the following target: - 100 ratifications of UN Transport Conventions - 50 implementations of UN Transport Conventions As part of these measurable targets, governments should also be encouraged to foster the digital use of UN Transport Conventions. | - lack of global coordination - lack of political will to tackle pragmatic soltuions | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | The transport industry’s Green Compact is a collective global action to achieve carbon neutrality in commercial road transport by 2050. Based on a true public private partnership it outlines a clear roadmap to meet global decarbonisation goals while continuing to provide transport services for the people, communities and economies that depend on them. Based on a sound scientific approach the Green Compact studies, maps and tracks action across five pillars: • Alternative Fuels • Efficient Logistics • Efficient Vehicles • Efficient drivers • Collective Mobility | …to act in a pragmatic, efficient and collaborative way. | |||||||
75 | NIGERIAN INSTITUTE OF TRANSPORT TECHNOLOGY | Education & Academic Entities | Africa | Regional | It should be pro-poor focused. By ensuring full public- private participations ( technical and financial) | Modal Integration. National levels | Lack of consideration for periodic research activities, empirical data for measuring and evaluating feedbacks from projects and plans | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies | The efforts of WHO alongside various national governments and local NGOs at educating and treating road crashes as a public health issue globally is contributing to road traffic fatalities reduction, especially in most developing countries. | Clearer vision and mission that’s pro-poor and ensure freight transportation services are delivered at the least cost | |||||||
76 | Next Generation Global Connect | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can boost global sustainable transport by fostering innovative technologies, increasing investment in sustainable infrastructure, and promoting inclusive policies. The Implementation Plan can enhance multi-stakeholder collaboration by creating platforms for knowledge sharing, aligning global efforts, and ensuring accountability across UN systems, Member States, and stakeholders. | Integrate sustainable urban mobility plans (SUMPs) into national development strategies, emphasizing public transportation, non-motorized transport, and green infrastructure. This policy is best aligned at the national level, as national governments can set frameworks and provide resources while coordinating with regional and local entities for effective implementation. | A significant barrier is the lack of financing mechanisms and incentives for sustainable transport projects in low-income countries. Addressing this requires innovative funding models and global financial support to ensure equitable access to sustainable transport solutions. | The Sustainable Transport Partnership is a multi-stakeholder initiative involving governments, private sector, and NGOs, aiming to develop and deploy electric public transport systems in urban areas of developing countries. This initiative includes capacity building, policy support, and infrastructure development. | we need: "Innovative partnerships and bold investments for a greener, inclusive future." | ||||||||
77 | Bremer entwicklungspolitisches Netzwerk e.V. | Non-Governmental Organization | Europe | Regional | Maritime transport is the backbone of international trade and the global economy, but the human side of this vital industry often goes unnoticed and unappreciated. The nearly two million seafarers and the millions more who work in global supply chains often face harsh working conditions, safety and harassment issues, and mental health challenges. The sector also lacks gender balance and diversity. Life at sea must improve, globally applicable legislation, such as the ILO Convention, must also be implemented in this sector. Employee representatives, NGOs and seafarers must be involved in processes and seafarers must be recognized as key workers of our economy. | The Maritime Labour Convention must be strengthened on a global level to implement international labour standards enabling good and save working conditions. The international standards must be raised and the global policy strengthened. International labour standards must be respected, enhanced and expanded. Numerous ILO conventions are disregarded in the shipping industry. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | The Neptune Principles of the Global Maritime Forum: https://globalmaritimeforum.org/neptune-principles/ | we must open our eyes to the working and living conditions of seafarers worldwide. | ||||||||
78 | CSA Carsharing Association | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global | Concentrate on getting people out of their personal use vehicles through carsharing services plau mass transit. If people do not have a choice, they will own and use their car more often. Nobody is actually focussing on decreasing cars - I suspect they are too afraid politically to, but there is a viable solution called carsharing, | Carsharing is implemented regionally, but is a worldwide industry that is a viable solution that needs attention. Micro and active mobility does not get people to not buy a car at the level that is needed, carsharing does. My observation is that cars are the problem, but what are people doing about it? Carsharing has a solid reputation and needs to be encouraged. It is not a big money maker and so, it is the turtle not the hare, although we could make it a hare if we focussed on it and supported this industry | When we talk about sustainable transportation, we need to describe the impact - like fewer personal use vehicles on the road, decreased GHGs, more equity in our communities, etc. People's attitudes that the streets are just for personal cars is rampant and political. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | The City of Bremen Germany or Montreal Canada are your best example of multi-stakeholder initiatives, cities partnering with the carsharing services, On street parking policies and curb side arrangements, EV integration in programs and mobility hubs. | As carsharing grows, so does Shared Mobility and sustainable transportation - without it, people wont get out of the personal cars. | |||||||
79 | UK Government - FCDO | Local and Regional Governments | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional, National, Local | SDGs are about leaving no-one behind. Essential to work in rural and urban areas. SDG 9.1.1, 9.1.2, 3.6, 11.2 all need increased profile and solid measurement metrics to ensure we are measuring progress. Transport is a key enabler for many SDGs. Efficient and effective comnunications and knowledge sharing and utilisation of and continued building on existing mechanisms and institutions is key. The existing networks can be strengthen and improved through increased profile, leadership and voice of the global south. | An additional significant barrier is limited transport research, data, knowledge and evidence. Transport sector needs to be at the cutting edge being a learning, transformational sector. | Providing technical expertise or research, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | UK funded UNESCAP / SLOCAT NDC policy piece on inclusion of transport in next generation NDCs; SUM4ALL; PIARC; SLOCAT; TUMI; IRF; TDCI; ADB's ATO; Research from High Volume Transport Programme, ieConnect, RECAP, GRSF. | transform the sector in to a dynamic, knowledge rich, learning sector working to progress both global poverty elimination & tackle climate crisis. | ||||||||
80 | Environmental Investigation Agency | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional, National, Local | A comprehensive and interlinked approach to addressing the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution must be employed in the Implementation Plan of the UN Decade of Sustainable Transport. Proposed projects for sustainable transport should be considered from an energy, environmental, and social equity perspective, while also gaining input for design and implementation from diverse stakeholders. This is particularly relevant when designing policy for the shipping industry. Policies should not be siloed; action at the heart of the greenhouse gas emissions–energy efficiency–ocean noise reduction nexus would provide benefits for climate, biodiversity, ocean resiliency, and human health. | Commercial shipping is one of the main sources of underwater noise pollution in the ocean today. Underwater radiated noise (URN) from shipping has been intensifying—doubling each decade—mirroring the growth in global shipping activities. Urgent action is needed at the international, national, and regional levels to reduce underwater noise pollution in the ocean. In the past 2 years the International Maritime Organization approved revised voluntary guidelines to reduce vessel noise, called for Member States and industry stakeholders to engage in a 3 year experience-building phase to raise awareness and share best practices, and agreed on an Action Plan. Continued engagement from Member States is necessary in order to formulate and implement a policy for mandatory noise management guidelines | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | The Global Partnership for Mitigation of Underwater Noise from Shipping (GloNoise) was established in 2022 under the direction of the IMO. The objective of GloNoise is to “establish a truly global stakeholders’ partnership to assist developing countries in raising awareness, building capacity and collecting information to assist the policy dialogue on anthropogenic underwater noise mitigation from shipping.” Bringing together multilateral organizations, nations, industry, NGOs, and academics, this partnership is emblematic of the potential to collaborate with multiple stakeholders to design and implement effective, equitable, and science-backed solutions to expand sustainable shipping practices. This program could be extended into the UN Decade to have a greater global impact. | urgent action to promote sustainable maritime transport through decarbonization, improved energy efficiency and reduced underwater noise from shipping | ||||||||
81 | GoGet Carshare | Business & Industry | Asia | Local | Publish best practice guides for implmentation of sustanabile mobilty across all goverment levels, inclusing;public transport, car share, ride share/taxi, active transport and micro mobility. | Create a heiarchy of sustainable transport modes to better focus on where we can achieve best outcome for the cost:benfit. This is applicable to all levels. | Trusted Data | Providing technical expertise or research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | Public Tansport and shared mobilty integration. Allowing people to travel the majority of their journey on Public Transport then transtion to shared mobility for "Mid-Mile" connectivity. We have been trialling this with Transport for NSW in Sydney Australia https://transportnsw.info/news/2024/goget-car-share-now-at-wollongong-katoomba-stations | Access to convient spaces to compete with the convience of private car ownership. | |||||||
82 | Climate Reality Chicago Metro | Volunteer Groups | North America | Global | Electrify Transportation, especially light and medium transportation | Advanced Clean Cars and Trucks (ACC-II and ACT) | Ability to see decarbonization as a lifesavings effort | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | Move to electric vehicles | Decarbonize through electrification | |||||||
83 | Centre for Environment Education | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia | Regional, National, Local | Lack of forums for the voices of children, women, elderly, captive cyclists, non motorised freight providers, people with socio-economic disadvantage to be heard and for them to be involved in local and city scale transport priority setting and giving inputs for design. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | Public deliberation initiatives can help build political commitment, provide venues for consideration of views of marginalized groups (e.g. pedestrians, children, women, elderly, non motorised freight service providers) and engage the public in decision making about transportation in their habitations. See https://democracyrd.org/ for several examples. | Inclusive public decision-making and learning. | |||||||||
84 | International Shinto Foundation | Non-Governmental Organization | North America | Global | It is crucial to collaborate on optimizing logistics networks that can tackle the increasingly complex challenges arising from intertwined constraints, focusing on the following six agenda: a) Enhancing the ability to track and monitor the movement and condition of goods in real-time; b) Accelerating the automation of logistics tasks and increasing their sophistication to improve efficiency; c) Promoting the effective utilization of limited assets through sharing models; d) Emphasizing the need for electronic documentation and practices that minimize environmental burdens; e) Streamlining and improving the efficiency of supply chains and logistics operations; and f) The influx of various new entrants from outside the traditional logistics industry. | The lack of solid guidelines for the parking and road use of delivery vehicles exacerbates safety issues and traffic congestion, leading to double parking and the obstruction of bicycle lanes and sidewalks. To effectively address these challenges through urban planning, there is a need for explicit measures relating to logistics. To mitigate the negative impacts of e-commerce growth, cities must prioritize the use of commercial vehicles in their strategic planning. This should encompass the development of sustainable transportation infrastructure, the enhancement of regulations surrounding delivery vehicles, and the promotion of alternative delivery methods. | No. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research | A demonstration experiment aimed at improving efficiency and energy conservation throughout the entire supply chain was initiated in September 2021 in Japan, gathering companies from various industries. The effort involved the full automation of loading and unloading processes using autonomous forklifts. By sharing information among the supply chain players, the waiting times for trucks were minimized. This led to the complete automation of truck loading and unloading using AI-equipped autonomous forklifts. A common system for shippers and transporters was established for digital collaboration and enhancing supply chain efficiency. This resulted in reduced waiting times for trucks, contributing to energy savings and visualizing CO2 emissions. | modern technology, consistent standards and dissemination of best practices and successful cases | |||||||
85 | International Development Research Center | Other stakeholders active in areas related to sustainable development | Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can drive transformative change by prioritizing sustainable transport for SDG implementation. Key actions include: integrating transport into national climate and equity strategies using frameworks like "Avoid, Shift, Improve"; increasing funding through climate finance, public-private partnerships, and gender-responsive investments; promoting collaboration among UN agencies, governments, and the private sector; supporting innovation and building institutional capacity for effective policy execution; and showcasing scalable, inclusive, and gender-responsive best practices. This approach will unlock sustainable transport’s potential to create resilient, low-carbon, and equitable mobility systems worldwide. | Integrate sustainable transport into Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) with measurable targets for decarbonization, inclusivity, and resilience in the transport sector. (National and Global) At the national level, countries should incorporate the "Avoid, Shift, Improve" framework into NDCs to reduce emissions, improve accessibility, and boost efficiency, with a focus on gender-responsive planning and climate-resilient infrastructure. At the global level, the Implementation Plan should prioritize capacity-building, technical support, and knowledge-sharing platforms, aligning international financing to support these efforts. This approach ensures sustainable transport is central to achieving climate and development goals across all levels. | In addition to listed barriers, challenges to sustainable transport include political instabilities, lack of data as well as limited public awareness. Multi-stakeholder collaboration can be hindered by conflicting goals, and gender-responsive policies face resistance due to social norms. Addressing these issues requires targeted interventions, global coordination, and long-term investment. | Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | The "Urban Mobility Innovation Fund" is a partnership between the World Bank, local governments, and private tech companies, aimed at supporting sustainable urban transport solutions in developing cities. The initiative focuses on funding electric vehicle infrastructure, smart public transport systems, and inclusive mobility options for marginalized communities. This partnership enhances urban mobility, reduces emissions, and promotes resilience. More info here: https://www.worldbank.org/en. | we need: transformative policies, cross-sector partnerships, and a people-centered approach. | |||||||
86 | The Association of People with Disability | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia | National, Local | Accessibility, i.e., removing infrastructural or attitudinal barriers, is the cornerstone for inclusion for people with disabilities, children, the elderly, pregnant persons, etc. The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can bring the focus to the issue of accessibility in transport systems, terminals, and services, and the Implementation Plan can encourage all departments of transport to work together to ensure that truly "no-one is left behind." Multiple stakeholders can embrace this objective by looking at transport as a means of a life with independence and dignity for a person with disability. By leveraging the shared resources and strengthening coordination mechanisms among the stakeholders, the UNDST has the potential to make accessibility a core concern of inclusive transport. | Currently, even under the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, reasonable accommodation is recommended as a priority over accessibility. Implementing a reversal in its focus on a global level would ensure that accessibility is built into urban systems rather than a afterthought. Accessibility ensures that environments are designed to be inclusive from the outset, while reasonable accommodation ensures that individuals who face specific challenges can enjoy their rights on an equal basis in particular contexts. The state cannot negate its duty to accessibility by relying solely on existing standards or waiting for individual requests. Where some countries like India have recognised this difference and are acting on it, globally it is still not corrected. | The decision making process isn't always inclusive, especially in the recommendation we are giving here, the process can be made quite easier if persons with disabilities are simply made part of the process. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education | Ensuring accessible and sustainable road transport systems is an initiative that would involve local, regional, and national governments. It would also involve multiple departments within one level of government, for instance: Local Municipality for local roads, Ministry for vehicles and terminals, traffic police, and planning units. Read more here: https://www.deccanherald.com/opinion/on-the-move-ensuring-accessible-transportation-for-everyone-3321905 | safe, inclusive and accessible transport systems for all. | |||||||
87 | Blaffernationen (The Hitchhiking Nation of Denmark) | Business & Industry | Europe | Regional, National, Local | By promoting trust among all. Redefine the scope of conception and perception. People are not dangerous, strangers want to help and drive out of their range to help you. I have been hitchhiking / doing spontaneous carpooling and giving lectures about it for 20 years, and it has always been the same questions people ask: How do you dare? Are you not afraid of getting assaulted? When I HH this story is different. In real life and not in the perception of life and people, people want to help and open their doors. In Denmark I almost always get lifts within 5-10 minutes. I hitchhiking to work in a project for 3 months and saved 163 kg of CO2, saved almost 700 € on car expenses and got to know all of the people of my village, because I drove with them every day. | The key solution of the transition into sustainable transport does not lie in transport, is it in the human center actions. Promoting trust, building curious minds and couragious societies and communities. If we have that, it is no problem with getting into each others cars and lives. Therefore in Blaffernationen we both build and promote infrastructure (official hitchhiking signs, hitchhiking sculptures, HH-benches or the like all made with scrap wood to promote circular economy and a sustainable use of resources), location based and custom made local mobility plans with hyperlocal communities and of course show it and co-create these plans together with them, and then of course giving lectures and enlighten people that people want to help if you are in need (of a lift and talk). | In Denmark alone there are 14 million empty car seats every day. That is a waste, both of space but also of potential human interaction. | Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | To build trustful, courageous & curious people & societies. If so we can fill up the vast numbers of empty car seats every day. | ||||||||
88 | FIA (Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile) | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can catalyze global progress by integrating sustainable transport into national development plans and SDGs through the following key mechanisms: policy integration that aligns transport initiatives with SDG targets; knowledge sharing that facilitates best practice exchange and capacity building; technology transfer that promotes clean transport innovations; and financial mobilization that ensures project implementation. The Implementation Plan can enhance multi-stakeholder collaboration by establishing clear coordination mechanisms, building inclusive partnerships, leveraging existing platforms, focusing on local implementation, and strengthening monitoring frameworks. | The UN sustainable transport plan could advocate for transformative actions across three dimensions. The first focuses on enabling sustainable and safe transport by boosting support for electric vehicles and infrastructure, improving access to low-emission technologies, developing integrated urban transport systems, and promoting global safety approaches. The second aims to enhance consumer awareness by providing information on transport modes and environmental performance, encouraging shared mobility, and promoting eco-friendly driving. The third accelerates adoption of efficient, low-emission technologies by using motorsport innovation to test clean mobility solutions and supporting comprehensive emissions standards. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Supporting community-based initiatives for sustainable transport | The FIA's eco-driving initiative combines technology and training to reduce transport emissions. At COP29, through partnerships with IRU and AMAK, the program trained 5,000 professional drivers in sustainable practices using an AI-powered powered Smart Driving Challenge (https://www.fiasmartdrivingchallenge.com/) app. The initiative has achieved notable reductions in fuel consumption through behavioral change, while its data-driven approach measures driving efficiency effectively. By engaging both professional and public drivers, the program demonstrates how international organizations can create measurable impact in transport decarbonization. This is a scalable model that bridges global climate goals with local action, offering a blueprint for sustainable transport initiatives. | Inclusive mobility powers sustainable progress: every mode, every voice, every mile toward our shared SDG goals. | ||||||||
89 | Basel Institute of Commons and Economics | Education & Academic Entities | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global | As we can see in the SDGs implementation, the 17 SDGs interact with each other and therefore cannot be separated. In regions of conflict, none of them can be implemented. The opportunity cost created by the conflicts grew to USD 3 trillion per year in 2024. In consideration of both this cost and the close intertwinement between the SDGs, any project on Sustainable Transport should access these issues altogether. The topic cannot merely be reduced to ecological technology but must as well being assessed on how it contributes to other goals, e.g. SDGs 6, 8, 11, and 16. Implementing such a plan will not only have the potential to motivate multi-stakeholders, it will also show that the more SDGs are covered in a project, the more bridges can be built, especially in regions of conflicts. | Our policy recommendation is for a project to not view at each of the 17 SDGs, and the alleged target groups, separately. As many of the SDGs are addressed by Sustainable Transport in all countries on every level, a project must be presented in a way that allows citizens, companies and administrations to buy in at any capacity and not to shift it to the “Department of Transport”. We therefore advocate for a claim such as: “Achieving Peace and Prosperity by Sustainable Transport”. This would highlight that a project directly addresses areas torn by war, aggression and poverty, like the MENA, the Sudan and Afghanistan. So, it would appear less unilateral and foster a multitude of SDGs, raising its effectiveness above the many claims made for the ‘Global South’. | Paragraph 62.1 of the UN Charter of 1945 already allowed ECOSOC to commission studies and make recommendations itself. Instead, outsourcing to philanthropy, advisory boards, specialized UN divisions and the VPN reports ensures the SDGs are no longer pursued and implemented globally. We therefore offer UNDESA to monitor the SDG process independently on an ongoing basis every week. | Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models, Monitoring the progress of the Decade of Sustainable Transport on a weekly base | On the occasion of our Side Event at the Financing for Development Hearing at the UN HQ in October 2024, the OIC released a Policy Paper on the opportunity cost of public budgets to meet the SDGs: https://commons.ch/wp-content/uploads/Unlocking-the-Public-Opportunity-Cost-to-Financing-Sustainable-Development-Opeloyero.pdf Short after, the Basel Institute of Commons and Economics started the Mediterranean Peace Railway Initiative to build a railway from Alexandria to Latakia: https://commons.ch/mediterranean-peace-railway/ The multi-stakeholder approach of the multilateral project addresses IGOs as well such as countries, MDBs and Development Agencies. For the 163’2 million inhabitants of the region, the Railway will bring a sustainable economic solution for a political conflict. | Sustainable Transport – pathways and bridges to achieve peace and prosperity | |||||||
90 | CONCITO | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional, National, Local | By securing the instalment of a Global Finance Framework for Sustainable Transport to eventually encompass all transport modes and nations as well as international transport flows. The Framework should in particular, • secure the necessary increase in funding for Low- and Middle income Countries (LMICs), to support their pursuit of SDG targets pertaining to transport, and to effectively mitigate and adapt to climate change impacts • ensure an integrated governance structure for the Framework engaging donor countries, recipient countries, international finance institutions, and UN bodies • establish a coherent architecture for the provision and reporting of Finance for Sustainable Transport across all major finance streams. | The adoption of an operational global concept of Sustainable Low-carbon Resilient Transport Systems and Mobility Services to, inter alia, inform the aims, goals and key metrics of the proposed Global Finance Framework; the monitoring of progress during the UN Decade, and other strategic initiatives, as well as pointing towards the roles of transport in an upcoming post 2030 Sustainable Development Framework. The adoption should occur at the highest (UN) level, for example at a 3rd UN Global Sustainable Transport Forum, and subsequently integrated in regional frameworks (via UN Regional Commissions) and national mechanisms such as Sustainable Development Strategies, NDCs, and Country Platforms. | It is difficult to rank the listed barriers as they pertain to different levels of intervention and different stages of impact chains. ‘Insufficient government policy’, and ‘Lack of funding and investment’ FOR SUSTANABLE TRANSPORT SOLUTIONS are most overall barriers, and key to address all the others. | Providing technical expertise or research, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Help develop a monitoring framework for the UN Decade, as member of the SUM4All initiative | Transport is a sector within Official Development Assistance. However, today ODA for Transport is not geared to target Sustainable Transport solutions. A key initiative would therefore be to reform the funding architecture for ODA to better reflect Sustainable Transport concerns and initiatives. Results of such a reform could inform the monitoring of the UN Decade. The reform could be prepared by the members of the OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC), in consultation with partner country representatives and development finance and sustainable transport expert communities. A detailed proposal for reform is formulated in CONCITOs UK Aid funded report ‘ODA Reporting for Transport’ (Dec. 2024) available here: https://transport-links.com/hvt-publications/oda-reporting-for-transport. | A UN adopted concept for sustainable resilient transport systems and services, and a comprehensive global finance framework to help deliver it | |||||||
91 | (PATH) Partnership for Active Travel and Health | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional, National | Support Governments to invest in sustainable transport solutions - promote the benefits of moving to sustainabile options and facilitate that process with examples of support, regulation to enable new ideas and restrictions on unsustainable options. | Make walking and cycling safe easy and enjoyable, everywhere, but especially urban areas. Enabling more people to walk and cycle safely is essential to achieving a sustainable transport system, delivering improved air quality, reduced energy consumption, reduced emissions, better public health and a more equitable and vibrant society. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | PATH is a multi-stakeholder partnership to support active travel and promote its benefits into the global conversation. The work being undertaken by PATH already makes a direct contributuion to a sustainable transport future, but can be further leveraged throughout the decade to support walking and cycling. | safe streets for people to enjoy walking and cycling everyday. | ||||||||
92 | Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) | Other stakeholders active in areas related to sustainable development | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional, National, Local | To boost sustainable transport globally and advance the SDGs, the Decade must address both acute and chronic climate risks to transport infrastructure. By prioritizing sustainable modes of transport and building resilient systems, it will enhance climate resilience and support ESG goals. Integrating and enhancing infrastructure resilience at systemic level, as a key enabler of sustainable development, the transport sector will play a central role in achieving SDGs 3, 9, 10, 11, and 13. The Implementation Plan of the Decade should foster collaboration, facilitate knowledge-sharing and joint initiatives, and prioritize capacity-building programs to enable countries to design and implement sustainable, resilient transport systems based on shared successes and technical expertise. | A key policy recommendation is to integrate nature-based solutions (NbS) throughout the life-cycle of transport infrastructure to promote sustainable, adaptive and resilient systems, contributing to SDGs 9, 11, 13,15. While NbS mitigate and adapt to climate risks, also support carbon sequestration, provide social benefits, and are cost-effective than most traditional engineering solutions. At the global level, the UN and international bodies should establish frameworks, offer technical support, and foster global partnerships for knowledge sharing. At the national level, governments should incentivize NbS, build the capacity of local authorities, and fund pilot projects. At the sub-national level, local authorities should plan and implement context-specific NbS solutions. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Enhancing access to funding for sustainable transport, including through development of new funding mechanisms and sharing of knowledge on innovative financing models | CDRI’s Seaport Infrastructure Resilience Programme is focused on the Indo-Pacific by leveraging the resources, expertise and initiatives of member countries and partners. It focuses on the interdependencies of sectors linked to seaports, supporting initiatives such as early warning systems, disaster resilience frameworks, and data platforms for hazard and risk analytics. The programme fosters peer knowledge exchange and integrates engineering and non-engineering resilience measures. Collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including governments, climate institutions, experts, and financing entities, is essential for effective resilience actions, underscoring the importance of climate and disaster resilient systems and fostering partnerships to achieve SDG goals. | we need a bolder global commitment to resilient and inclusive systems for every mile and mode to leave no one behind. | ||||||||
93 | Brooke | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional, National, Local | While a lot of focus is on developing new high tech solutions, we must not forget that there are already low cost, local modes of sustainable transport used by communities around the world. Across Asia, Africa and Latin America working animals such as horses or donkeys are the backbone of sustainable transport. They connect rural and urban areas, sellers and buyers to markets, children to education, workers to jobs etc in places where often no other means of transportation exists. We recommend that working animals are recognised as an existing sustainable mode of transport used by some of the poorest populations around the world. Investment in the welfare and health of these animals is needed so that they can continue supporting their owners, their families and local communities. | Low status of certain modes of transportation such as bicycles or working animals. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education | recognise and invest in existing low cost, local solutions, such as working animals that are the backbone of sustainable transport. | |||||||||
94 | Muhammad Akram Sons Org | Other stakeholders active in areas related to sustainable development | Asia | Global, National | Develop quality, reliable, sustainable and resilient infrastructure, including regional and transborder infrastructure, to support economic development and human well-being, with a focus on affordable and equitable access for all infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation | Our expertise when it comes to coastline and subsurface mapping helps protect cities, communities, and vital ecosystems from extreme weather and rising sea levels. Furthermore, our specialist resources and digital solutions help keep people safe in areas that are prone to earthquakes, environmentally sensitive, or urban or industrially complex. | the hinterlands as the “worker catchment area” of the urban labour market, outside the densely inhabited core. As the travel-to-work analysis seems to be an important issue for creating coherent functional urban areas, the main determinants of daily commuting in a transport does not meet their needs. main challenges, opportunities and barriers to sustainable transport development in | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Investment | development strategies, due to inter-municipal cooperation within delimited functional urban areas. As a result, on the basis of the compared and transformed information, the sustainable development scenarios for a selected functional urban area are built. | research is to identify the main challenges, opportunities and barriers to sustainable transport development in functional urban area | |||||||
95 | Seas At Risk | Non-Governmental Organization | Europe | Global, Regional | Current assumptions about shipping services need to be reassessed. International shipping carries up to 90% of global trade but is also responsible for a plethora of greenhouse gas emissions and other discharges with negative impacts on ocean health and coastal populations. Sustainable shipping is possible, and resetting the current growth trajectories would give the shipping sector room to adapt and operate in a world with an increasingly unstable climate, geopolitical and socioeconomic disruptions. Policy decisions must be conscious of the conflict between shipping “business as usual” and climate, biodiversity and social justice objectives and be informed of a new One Planet vision for shipping when developing policies. A healthy ocean is essential in the fight against global heating. | Global shipping should introduce energy efficiency measures and embrace wind power along with cleaner fuels choices for a triple win – reducing: i) the climate impact through lower fuel use and reductions in emissions of CO2 and black carbon, ii) underwater noise levels and iii) the risks of ship / wildlife strikes. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education | One Planet Shipping is a Seas At Risk project to steer shipping down a more sustainable path and show that it is possible to live within our planet’s boundaries. With One Planet Shipping, we will reframe our collective understanding of trade and transport’s role in our societies, and we will work with others to create an inspiring vision of a cleaner world that unites us. A world with fair consumption, safe harbours, sustainable trade and a just transition. A world we all want to be part of. https://seas-at-risk.org/campaign/one-planet-shipping/#:~:text=One%20Planet%20Shipping%20is%20a%20Seas%20At%20Risk,is%20possible%20to%20live%20within%20our%20planet%E2%80%99s%20boundaries. | sustainable shipping to navigate the waves of change and chart a path towards a healthy global ocean. | ||||||||
96 | Clean Arctic Alliance | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Europe, North America | Global, Regional, National | Global shipping is responsible for climate forcing emissions on a par with major developed countries e.g. Germany. In particular, short-lived climate forcing black carbon (BC) emissions, produced by the incomplete combustion of heavy fuels in ship engines, accelerate ice melt which exacerbates the climate crisis. BC is 20% of shipping's global climate impact and x5 times more potent when released in the Arctic. Reducing BC emissions can reverse habitat loss, maintain food security for communities, as well as contributing to reaching UN climate targets. International Maritime Organization member states must adopt mandatory shipping BC reduction measures such as requiring the immediate use of cleaner burning marine distillate fuels in the Arctic. | For global shipping, energy efficiency measures are essential to immediately reduce GHG emissions by 2030, and for Arctic shipping in particular, a switch away from Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) and HFO blends to cleaner distillate fuels and installing diesel particulate filters will reduce black carbon (BC) emissions across the whole Arctic. Reducing BC can reverse habitat loss, maintain food security for communities, and contribute to reaching UN climate targets. Solutions exist. Using distillate fuels and installing diesel particulate filters (as used by land-based transport) will lead to BC reductions of over 90%. Moving to liquified natural gas fuels is not appropriate as methane emissions substitute one short-lived climate forcing pollutant impact with another. | Technology and cleaner fuels are available now to reduce black carbon immediately in the Arctic. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Promoting public awareness and education | Exhaust Gas Cleaning Systems or scrubbers are used by ship operators to remove sulphur oxides from ships’ engine exhausts. A byproduct of this process is harmful wastewater which is discharged into the ocean. This in effect turns air pollution into ocean pollution by releasing harmful toxic chemicals and heavy metals that contribute to acidification, changes in salinity, and eutrophication in the ocean. Many countries have already banned scrubber discharges within 12nm or within ports and estuaries. All UN members should support adoption of a global resolution calling for an end to the release of scrubber discharge wastes in ocean areas protected and identified for their sensitivity, vulnerability, and conservation value, and a phase out of scrubbers globally and ban on use in the Arctic. | immediate action to maximise energy efficiency and eliminate emissions of short-lived climate pollutants including black carbon and methane. | |||||||
97 | SLOCAT | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global, Regional | An impactful Decade shall: 1 Engage UN Member States across geographies in a narrative that supports a just transition in every country. 2. Call to action on robust, measurable targets connected to economic development, equity, climate and sustainability goals. 3. Lock-in multilateral and multi-stakeholder cooperation to accelerate national and sub-national policies, and strengthen capacities. 4. Lever public and private investment in sustainable transport, particularly in LMICs. 5. Generate reliable open data for evidence-based decision making and progress monitoring. 6. Engage stakeholders from the transport sector, and related sectors involved in transport transformations (e.g. energy, land, health, etc.) 7. Enhance UN inter-agency coordination and ministerial engagement. | Achieving sustainable transport in a given region, country or city depends on a wide set of context-specific, interconnected and mutually-reinforcing policies, many of which are not directly actioned by transport departments. We therefore question the added value of seeking to consolidate one policy recommendation. Rebalancing (and rethinking) the Avoid-Shift-Improve framework is needed. We need to complement the current emphasis on Improve measures (e.g. electric vehicles in road transport and SAFs in aviation) with economy- and society-wide measures that include broader social and economic objectives, in order to focus on the necessary solutions (namely Avoid and Shift measures). | Building on our previous answer, we question the added value of discussing barriers in such a general context. Instead we urge for the need for country-, and city-specific measures, as well as subsector- and mode-specific measures that account for the different environmental and social impacts of different modes across both passenger and freight transport. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors, Supporting monitoring efforts with knowledge products including through the SLOCAT Global Status Report https://tcc-gsr.com | We propose the Decade to focus on broad topics across passenger and freight transport that can be addressed through cross-cutting lenses, and also from the perspective of specific transport modes. They can also be tailored to reflect regional priorities. Multi-stakeholder initiatives can be encouraged and curated under each area throughout the 2026-2036 period. 1. Transport for prosperous, low-carbon and resilient economies 2. The right to safe, affordable and clean mobility 3. Transport and energy transformation. The imperative of phasing out fossil fuels 4. Decent jobs and livelihoods in low-carbon transport for the green economy 5. Economics and finance for transport transformations 6. Capacity building for robust transport policymaking and investment, and institutional strengthening | To connect transport modes and services, maximising access for people and goods with the greatest socioeconomic benefit and lowest environmental cost | |||||||
98 | Breakthrough Agenda Secretariat | Other stakeholders active in areas related to sustainable development | Asia, Africa, Europe, North America, Latin America and the Caribbean | Global | Multi-stakeholder collaboration can be enhanced through: 1. Convening of countries, CSOs, IGOs and ecosystem stakeholders to strengthen international collaboration. 2. Higher engagement through existing global platforms such as the Breakthrough Agenda to provide a framework to prioritise, coordinate, and enhance collaborative action. 3. Initiatives should be encouraged to collaborate. Example: ZEVTC: https://zevtc.org/ 4. The ecosystem could consider focusing on priority actions such as demand aggregation, finance and investment, supply chains, infrastructure and trade conditions. Example: Priority International Actions released from COP to COP: https://breakthroughagenda.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Road-Transport-Breakthrough-Priority-Actions-for-2025-final-.pdf | A global policy that is adopted by all countries and regions, especially Global South and emerging economies and markets, with an aim to make zero emission vehicles accessible, affordable and sustainable by 2030. This can be done at global, regional, national, subnational and locals levels through policies and action plans that focus on ZEV mandates, fiscal incentives, manufacturing and market readiness, resilient supply chains, trade agreements and access to low-cost finance. These efforts can further be advanced by all regions through campaigns, sign-ups to call to action initiatives, feasibility pilots, public private partnerships and enhanced industry engagement. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Promoting public awareness and education, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | The Breakthrough Agenda (BA), launched at COP26, closes the “collaboration gap” and accelerates international action on climate change. BA provides a framework for countries, businesses and civil society to strengthen collaborative actions every year in major emitting sectors, including road transport, and a service to support coalitions of public, private, and public-private global initiatives. The BA has established an internationally-recognised, annual, COP-centred, collaborative process – backed by 61 countries covering over 80% of global GDP, and more than 150 international initiatives. The Road Transport Breakthrough’s goal is to make zero emission vehicles the new normal, accessible, affordable and sustainable in all regions by 2030: https://breakthroughagenda.org/road-transport/ | ...we need: "a shared goal of a 1.5-aligned transition to Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs)." | ||||||||
99 | Agora Verkehrswende (Agora Transport Transformation gGmbH) | Non-Governmental Organization | Asia, Africa, Europe | Global, Regional, National | The Decade marks a decisive opportunity for sustainable development. For the Paris targets to be kept within reach, the Decade must mark the advent of peak emissions, i.e. peak oil, i.e. peak combustion engine (SDG13). For countries on the path to rapid motorization, leapfrogging to zero-emission technologies is decisive – at the benefit of local added value and shedding dependence on fossil energy imports (SDG7, 8, 9). With a majority of infrastructure development yet to take place in many places, opportunity is here to leapfrog to resilient infrastructure adapted to its users and sustainable mobility (SDG3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 13). For that sustainable transport requires a joint international effort, the Decade is an opportunity to coordinate across UN in mobilizing for global action. | A potent lever to favour sustainable transport are regional policy frameworks for electric vehicles. In the transport sector, the technology is set to be the main driver of decarbonization. Simultaneously, countries which so far have remained at the fringe of the transition must have a self-determined say. At the level of a regional economic group, countries may gain the market size needed to implement economic, environmental and social standards. Thus, they may not only create a market for sustainable technologies, favouring mitigation and economic development, but also do so at their conditions. | Achieving sustainable transport is a joint effort, thus requiring international cooperation. Overcoming current hurdles to find a common understanding on the joint tasks is essential – even if underlying disagreement may persist. | Advocacy for policy and regulatory change and research, Providing technical expertise or research, Facilitating partnerships and collaboration across sectors | The ZEV Transition Council is a central initiative on the path to sustainable transport. The multi-stakeholder initiative addresses the central issue of globalizing the transition to ZEVs. For that up to now the technology remains largely confined to a handful of countries plus the European Union. The transition is to become global to avoid a development at different speeds, leaving some at the fear of becoming the dumping ground for fossil legacy technologies. The initiative may be instrumental in achieving peak combustion engine and move towards phasing out ICEs globally. For its success to be granted, the initiative is to be filled with live during the Decade and implemented in new forms of multi-stakeholder partnerships with individual countries. | a joint effort to address transport as a lever for sustainable development for society as a whole. | |||||||
100 | Ocean Wise | Non-Governmental Organization | North America | Global | The UN Decade of Sustainable Transport can best boost sustainable transport by developing an Implementation Plan that includes distinct strategies for marine, land and air transport. To inform the development of the Implementation Plan we recommend the creation of a global multi-stakeholder working group focussed on marine transportation and its impact on the Ocean. This group should include the marine industry as well as NGOs with a history of working on marine issues. This working group should be tasked with identifying priority issues (i.e. whale ship strikes, ocean discharge and ocean noise) as well as solutions that can be scaled globally to effect change. Financing options comprised of private and public funds should be created to support international uptake of proven solutions. | To address the global impact of ship-strikes the Implementation Plan should include a global policy requiring all shipping vessels over a certain tonnage (i.e. ferries and larger) be equipped with infrared cameras linked to an alert system (i.e. the Whale Report Alert System) that provides them notifications that allow actions to be taken to avoid collisions with whales in real-time. The implementation of these cameras and alert systems should be developed in consultation with the marine industry and NGOs with a history of addressing ship strikes. | Ship strikes are the main threat to large whales today, with thousands harmed yearly by “ocean roadkill”, most of them unnoticed and unreported. With many whale populations endangered or under threat it is critically important that we take steps to protect these keystone ocean species. | Providing technical expertise or research, Developing and deploying sustainable transport technologies, Promoting public awareness and education | Ocean Wise's Whale Report Alert System is world’s only real-time alerting system designed to prevent whale-vessel collisions. WRAS has mitigated nearly 200,000 whale encounters with vessels through partnerships with the marine industry (BC Ferries, DP World), NGOs (Orca Network, Soundwatch, Straitwatch), tech partners (SMRU Consulting) and governments/ports (Vancouver Fraser Port Authority). For more information (https://ocean.org/blog/southern-residents-and-hydrophones/). Additionally, Ocean Wise has partnered with DP World, a global logistics giant, to expand the reach and effectiveness of the WRAS to ports around the world: https://menafn.com/1108987367/Protecting-Whales-One-Alert-At-A-Time-DP-World-Aims-To-Reduce-Ship-Strikes-And-Preserve-Marine-Ecosystems-With-Ocean-Wise | to scale real-time solutions and end whale ship-strikes around the globe. |