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    June 12, 2014

    People-Oriented Cities: 3 Key Elements for Quality Public Transport

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    Quality, user-friendly public transport systems provide a viable alternative to the private car and help build livable, accessible cities. Photo Credit: Alejandro Luna/EMBARQ Mexico
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    June 3, 2014

    Demystifying Transit-Oriented Development

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    Transit-oriented development strategies can help urban areas develop sustainably, uniting land use, transport planning, and urban design to create more people-oriented cities. Pictured: Small businesses and pedestrians at a hub near Mexico City’s Metrobús bus rapid transit (BRT) system. Photo credit: Justin Swan/Flickr
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    May 19, 2014

    Stephen Ross Makes Over $30 Million Gift to WRI to Advance Sustainable Cities

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    April 10, 2014

    World Urban Forum Highlights Opportunities for Sustainable Cities

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    Experts are gathered in Medellin, Colombia this week for the World Urban Forum. Photo credit: Andrew, Flickr
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    April 4, 2014

    A Safe City is a Just City

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    In Rio de Janeiro, proximity to transport is key to ensuring that residents have access to jobs and opportunities within the city. Photo Credit: EMBARQ-Brazil
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    March 28, 2014

    ADVISORY: Press Teleconference: What to Look For at the World Urban Forum (WUF7)

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    March 6, 2014

    ADVISORY: CONNECTKaro 2014 Event in Bangalore: Opportunities for Sustainable Transport and Cities

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    November 27, 2013

    MEDIA ADVISORY: New Report and Panel Discussion on Saving Lives and Improving Traffic Safety with Sustainable Transport

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    November 19, 2013

    RELEASE: EMBARQ India Recognized in 2013 Volvo Sustainable Mobility Awards

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    November 11, 2013

    Weaving the Net

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    February 21, 2013

    More Urbanites, More Cars: The Challenge of Urban Road Safety and Health

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