Capital to Denmark, Copenhagen has received many accolades in terms of sustainable living. Being sensible to the environment & prescient in its outlook has made Copenhagen the world’s greenest city. Touted as one of the happiest cities to live, Copenhagen has adopted a mix of progressive policies & provides an ecologically sound options to its people. So, what makes Copenhagen hold this esteemed title? Let’s have a look:
1. Cycleway
According to a report, Copenhagers cycle an average of 1.44 million kilometres daily. 62% of the population commute using bicycles. Switching to cycle over motor cars cuts down on greenhouse gas emission ultimately reducing air pollution. The government has invested a lot in the cycling infrastructure & planning strategies to prioritize cycling as a mode of safety, comfort & speed travel. There are four categories to cycle infrastructure: traffic-calmed streets, painted cycle lanes, independent cycle tracks, and green routes.