Will clean transport work for everyone?
Globally, as we make the transition toward a low-carbon transport sector, how can we make our transport systems work for everyone? In this episode, Dr Michelle Dickinson is joined by Maria Herdanti and Harriet Cooney UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, part of the Indonesia-UK Pact Programme, and Safiah Moore our Cities, Planning and Design Lead in Indonesia. Together they explore how low-carbon transport projects can also tackle issues around access, gender, equality and social inclusion.
“Working with people there are innovations we can achieve and new things we can learn to ensure people have access to public transport that is safer, accessible and provides a positive experience. ” Maria Herdanti Programme Manager, British Embassy Jakarta, UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Indonesia
“When you look at some of these big challenges like climate change and clean transport there is a never a one-size-fits-all solution – it's about starting small, understanding the different needs of people and looking through a human lens. ” Harriet Cooney Deputy Head, Low Carbon Infrastructure, British Embassy Jakarta, UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Indonesia
“Peoples experiences and perceptions shape their behaviours and carbon footprints. Looking at quantitative data alongside people experiences is essential to shape equitable and impactful investments. ” Safiah Moore Associate Principal | Cities, Planning and Design Lead - Indonesia
Learn more about the work discussed in this episode
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City Resilience Index 3 – Semarang
Semarang is a coastal city in central Java subject to a variety of sudden shocks and everyday stresses. Our International Development team supported the Semarang City Government to measure the resilience of the city using the City Resilience Index (CRI).
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UK PACT Low Carbon Cities and Transport: Semarang, Indonesia
We teamed up with Kota Kita on a project to plan a more sustainable transport network for Semarang, Indonesia. The aim is to cut carbon emissions and enhance accessibility, especially for women and marginalised groups.