In its latest move to implement a policy that London implemented long ago, New York Is doing congestion charging! In all seriousness, it will be a complete game changer - not only for the city, but for the entire continent.
NYC seems to have a unique mix of traffic, for the US. I don’t know locals who would drive and traffic seems to be mostly taxi/Uber. How much will congestion tolls really help when personal cars are such a low percentage?
I suspect much of the traffic is from commuters coming into the city. But even within NYC, a comparatively small proportion of people in cars adds up to a huge amount of traffic. And NYC would grind to a halt if public and active transport options didn’t exist already because the city simply can’t support that many people in cars. Congestion pricing is just an additional tool to reduce car usage (carrot vs stick approach) and push people to the better transport alternatives.
I’ve often wondered why, after a century of innovation, modern bicycles look so similar to the ones that people rode in the 1890s. After all the innovations in the world since that time, why haven’t we improved on the bicycle?...
Yes, it’s their weaselly way of getting out of taking any significant action. Which is important, because animal agriculture is one of largest contributors to co2 and methane emissions.
It could get delisted in the future if there were any licensing deals, although that can happen for any game. If you already own it on Steam you’ll be able to keep downloading and playing it indefinitely.
Well I’ve saved my pennies and I now finally have enough to get an Ebike. after HOURS of watching youtube videos, reviews, etc. I think I’ve narrowed my choice to these two options....
You could also make it more equitable by implementing a carbon tax and returning some of it in the form of cash payments to the poor, and/or investments in infrastructure that benefit the poor the most (health care, public and active transport, welfare).
Carbon prices and other incentives and disincentives can help accelerate this, and renewable tech and green(er) manufacturing will play into this too. I suspect (and hope) the decline in oil usage will happen well before we run low on it.
There’s a trend towards lower speed limits in cities all over the world, but why is this happening? What is the research behind it? And what is the “correct” speed limit for cities, anyway?
This would be restricted to city streets. If you want more speed, use the highways or bypass roads that (ideally) aren’t anywhere near residential or city areas.
And the additional speed actually slows things down on congested roads, because you need more traffic lights (among other reasons).
The senator, who ran for the Republican nomination for president last year, repeatedly refused to say whether he’d accept this year’s presidential election results, regardless of who wins....
They want their base to try and overthrow the government again if Trump loses. Claiming the result is going to be rigged constantly will make these people more willing to do that if the time comes. Their supporters don’t actually care if the media calls them out on it because they have a pathological victim complex, and Trump and the Republican party being criticised plays into that. And they don’t care about democracy anyway, they just want their guy to become an authoritarian king that will punish their perceived enemies.
The pair restarted their work in Massachusetts with about 400 brook trout reared for up to eight months in tanks. The scientists kept some of the fish in waters set at 59 degrees Fahrenheit while others at 68 degrees Fahrenheit. All were fed the same diet....
Apparently, he was disappointed about how trashy the J6 seditionists looked. Although I somehow doubt he would have helped even if they looked “classier” given his history with not paying his debts.
Congestion Charges: A Tool to Transform Cities (RMTransit) (www.youtube.com)
In its latest move to implement a policy that London implemented long ago, New York Is doing congestion charging! In all seriousness, it will be a complete game changer - not only for the city, but for the entire continent.
130-year-old bicycle vs brand-new modern bike (www.youtube.com)
I’ve often wondered why, after a century of innovation, modern bicycles look so similar to the ones that people rode in the 1890s. After all the innovations in the world since that time, why haven’t we improved on the bicycle?...
Vermont just passed a 100% renewable electricity mandate (electrek.co)
“…across all the state’s utilities by 2035.”...
Methane emissions: Australian cattle industry suggests shift from net zero target to ‘climate neutral’ approach (www.theguardian.com)
Humble Choice May 2024 (11.99 USD) (isthereanydeal.com)
Yakuza: Like a Dragon...
Shock and Anger as Xbox Shuts Down Arkane Austin, Tango Gameworks, and More (www.ign.com)
I have a choice to make.
Well I’ve saved my pennies and I now finally have enough to get an Ebike. after HOURS of watching youtube videos, reviews, etc. I think I’ve narrowed my choice to these two options....
Defense moves for mistrial over Daniels' testimony (abcnews.go.com)
Trump’s defense team has moved for a mistrial over Stormy Daniels’ testimony...
World Bank’s climate plan: Pricier red meat and dairy, cheaper chicken and veggies (www.politico.eu)
“We have to stop destroying the planet as we feed ourselves,” a World Bank official said, as red meat and dairy drive CO2 emissions....
Federal Government announces a $100 million National Active Transport Fund (minister.infrastructure.gov.au)
That’s not a lot of money compared to what we spend on car-oriented infrastructure, but it’s a good start.
Republicans are pulling out all the stops to reverse EV adoption (www.theverge.com)
RFK Jr. Lands Coveted Kevin Spacey Endorsement (www.rollingstone.com)
Reef in crisis: Scientists despair – and are reduced to tears – as corals perish (reneweconomy.com.au)
What is the "Correct" Speed Limit? (Not Just Bikes) (www.youtube.com)
There’s a trend towards lower speed limits in cities all over the world, but why is this happening? What is the research behind it? And what is the “correct” speed limit for cities, anyway?
Sen. Tim Scott dodges on whether he would accept 2024 election results (www.nbcnews.com)
The senator, who ran for the Republican nomination for president last year, repeatedly refused to say whether he’d accept this year’s presidential election results, regardless of who wins....
Fish are shrinking around the world. Here’s why scientists are worried. | Figuring out the reason why has big implications, with billions of people depending on seafood for protein. (wapo.st)
The pair restarted their work in Massachusetts with about 400 brook trout reared for up to eight months in tanks. The scientists kept some of the fish in waters set at 59 degrees Fahrenheit while others at 68 degrees Fahrenheit. All were fed the same diet....
Trump celebrates Billboard success of J6 Prison Choir recording at donor retreat (www.usatoday.com)
Don't forget... (lemmy.world)