European Mobility Week in Bosnia and Herzegovina ended with Car Free Day on 22 September, during which cities across the country temporarily closed main streets to car traffic and allowed cyclists to participate in traditional recreational activities aimed at promoting sustainable urban mobility.
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With cyclists of all ages who took to the streets of Banja Luka and Mostar, the love for cycling was united with advocacy for cleaner air and a healthier way of life.
The significant and enthusiastic response from citizens reflects the growing recognition of cycling as a viable alternative to cars which allows citizens to experience their cities in a new way, fostering a sense of ownership and encouraging them to consider walking, cycling or using public transport as a viable alternative to driving.
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European Mobility Week is marked throughout Bosnia and Herzegovina with recreational and educational activities organized by local governments in cooperation with organizations and partners in order to highlight the need to raise awareness of improving public health and implementing sustainable and healthier solutions for all citizens.
Sustainable urban mobility also promotes social inclusion, as cycling and walking are available to a wider range of people.
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European Mobility Week, as the European Union’s leading initiative to raise awareness of sustainable urban mobility, takes place every year from 16 to 22 September, with an increasing number of cities, organizations and initiatives across Europe and the world taking part.
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This European initiative promotes changes in behavior in favor of active mobility, public transport and other clean, intelligent transport solutions, says the statement of the EU in BIH.
Source: akta.ba
