Revolutionizing Transport: How Health and Sustainability Can Unite for a Better Europe

In recent years, the road transport sector has been the only one where emissions have consistently increased. However, this trend has not gone unnoticed as the connections between transportation and health, as well as broader co-benefits, have long been acknowledged in European partnerships and policies. Most recently, this was highlighted in the Budapest Declaration adopted by countries in the WHO European Region, which emphasizes the promotion of healthy, safe, climate-friendly, and inclusive mobility and transport.

Now, it is important to take advantage of these favorable conditions to bring about transformative change in Europe through local clean transport solutions that prioritize health, safety, and climate-friendliness. The European Public Health Alliance (EPHA) is hosting an informative event to delve into the crucial interdependencies between clean mobility policies and health outcomes. These are seen as essential for driving transformative change from the city level to the European level beyond 2024.

During this event, participants will explore why prioritizing health in mobility planning is vital for achieving sustainable, affordable, accessible, and healthy transport solutions for everyone. The discussions will aim to highlight the importance of integrating health considerations into transportation strategies to create a more sustainable and inclusive future. Afterwards, there will be a networking lunch where participants can continue to connect and exchange ideas.