Since 2020, car travel to UC has declined, with 38% driving, while 21% cycle, 20% walk, and 15% take the bus. Notably, e-bike use among staff and bus travel among students have surged.
Key factors include Christchurch City Councils cycleway investments, Environment Canterburys low-cost bus fares, and UCs proactive policies, such as paid parking and enhanced cycling facilities. Collaborations between UC, councils, and researchers like Professor Simon Kingham and Dr Matt Morris have been instrumental in driving these shifts.
UCs approach highlights the power of integrated planning, strong local policies, and employer commitment in reducing car dependency, offering a model for sustainable transport planning in New Zealand.
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Discloure statement泭
Simon Kingham is Chair of the 厙ぴ勛圖 Sustainable Transport Reference Group.
Matt Morris does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
