Alternative transport pushed in Baguio City
>> Sunday, December 24, 2023
BAGUIO CITY – The
City Council recently urged concerned offices of the city government to conduct
feasibility study and integrate e-micro mobility such as e-scooters and
e-bicycles as alternative modes of transportation through the public-private
partnership (PPP) in the city.
Under resolution 740, series of 2023, local legislators stated use of alternative modes of transportation contributes to a healthier environment anchored on the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on good health and wellbeing; affordable and clean energy, industry, innovation and infrastructure; and sustainable cities and communities promoting innovation and technological advances for public use.
Under resolution 740, series of 2023, local legislators stated use of alternative modes of transportation contributes to a healthier environment anchored on the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on good health and wellbeing; affordable and clean energy, industry, innovation and infrastructure; and sustainable cities and communities promoting innovation and technological advances for public use.
During the Scout
Officials for A Day session held Oct. 23, the SOFAD Council adopted the
proposal of SOFAD Councilor Sophia Alessia Mari L. Valencia that requested the
city government to conduct a study and integrate e-micro mobility, e-scooters
and e-bicycles as an alternative mode of transportation through PPP.
The council said that the growing population of the city affected quality and accessibility of transportation among the general public, thus, resulting in dependence on personal vehicles to be able to conveniently move around.
Further, increasing number of petroleum-dependent vehicles also contributed to a high rate of carbon emission resulting in air pollution which does not conform with the pertinent provisions of Republic Act (RA) 8749 or the Philippine Clean Air Act.
The council said introducing and pilot testing e-mobility would provide an alternative mode of transportation and may encourage the public to switch to other available modes of transport such as the use of e-vehicles.
The body said e-mobility encouraged development of smart applications that provide information on options, including availability, routes and payment options.
Copies of this resolution will be transmitted to the concerned offices of the local government for their information, guidance, ready reference and further needed action.
The council said that the growing population of the city affected quality and accessibility of transportation among the general public, thus, resulting in dependence on personal vehicles to be able to conveniently move around.
Further, increasing number of petroleum-dependent vehicles also contributed to a high rate of carbon emission resulting in air pollution which does not conform with the pertinent provisions of Republic Act (RA) 8749 or the Philippine Clean Air Act.
The council said introducing and pilot testing e-mobility would provide an alternative mode of transportation and may encourage the public to switch to other available modes of transport such as the use of e-vehicles.
The body said e-mobility encouraged development of smart applications that provide information on options, including availability, routes and payment options.
Copies of this resolution will be transmitted to the concerned offices of the local government for their information, guidance, ready reference and further needed action.
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