Local Motion - Eco-Friendly Transportation
As gas prices rise, roads become busier and people become more aware of their carbon footprints, many are rethinking their travel options. They are choosing EcoMobile options - walking, cycling, ride-sharing or taking public transit.
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The LocalMotion program has been awarded a Landmark Designation by Tools of Change. The designation recognizes programs and social marketing approaches considered to be among the most successful in the world. |
What is EcoMobility?
- Healthy - A great way to incorporate physical activity into daily tasks and avoid the frustration of sitting in traffic.
- Accessible and Flexible - It includes many travel options to fit individual needs.
- Good for the Environment - Fewer single passenger vehicles on the road means less pollution.
- Vibrant and Livable - As more residents use their neighbourhood parks, pathways, and sidewalks, they are also reconnecting with their community and creating safer, vibrant, and more livable neighbourhoods.
The Global Alliance for EcoMobility describes EcoMobility as mobility without dependency on the private car.
What is the LocalMotion Project?
It's a unique collaboration between the City and one neighbourhood to transform that neighbourhood into a more EcoMobile community.
In 2009, the City undertook the LocalMotion Demonstration Project in the neighbourhood of Parkallen. This unique eco-mobility initiative brought together diverse partners to reduce car-dependency and strengthen communities. To see what happened that year, check out our series of short videos, including an overview of the whole project.
Participate in the Challenge
We are currently working on future plans for LocalMotion to encourage other communities to get involved. LocalMotion project items like the "try-it" library, the kilometre logs and community carbon reduction challenge are being considered as on going programs for future events.
If you would like to see a project like LocalMotion in your neighbourhood, or have enjoyed participating in this one, send a note to transplanning@edmonton.ca.
If you would like to screen the educational documentary, Small Changes Add Up: Taking a Community Approach to EcoMobility, call 780-496-1795.
You can also check out the activities of Bike Month (June) at Greener Days and Bikeology.
Try-It Library
The Try-It Library is a "library" of various transportation options such as a tandem tricycle, an electric bicycle, assorted other bicycles and Xooter schooters. It is still in the pilot phase and was recently used in the Park(ed) Car Free Day in downtown Edmonton. Watch for it at other EcoMobility events!
Partners in LocalMotion
City of Edmonton Internal Partners
- Community Services: Walkable Edmonton, Active Edmonton
- Office of Environment: EcoVision
- Edmonton Transit
- Transportation Services: Sustainable Transportation
For more information:
Sustainable Transportation
| Telephone | 780-496-1795 |
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| Fax | 780-496-4287 |
| transplanning@edmonton.ca |
