Relief Riders
How cyclists in Bengaluru delivered essential supplies to the elderly during COVID-19 lockdown, proving the bicycle as an emergency response tool.
The Urban Dispatch
58 articles on mobility, climate action and urban policy, since 2018.
Articles
The Future of Urban Living
The future of urban living is changing rapidly with climate change and job market upheaval. Innovation hubs like OoruLabs provide an ecosystem for creating sustainable futures.
The Coasian Ombudsman
How negotiation can solve market failures and collective action problems, from resolving bar-resident conflicts to addressing traffic congestion through platforms like CycleToWork.
Peanuts will only get you monkeys
A critical analysis of Bengaluru's Comprehensive Mobility Plan showing inadequate investment in cycling infrastructure - only 4% of required cycle tracks and 2-4% of needed bike sharing hubs.
Cranking it up
The launch of #CycleToWork Fridays - a critical mass event for bicycle commuters demanding safe cycling facilities along Outer Ring Road. BCOS 2.0 brings together Bicycle Councillors, school champions, and work ambassadors.
Have we measured enough?
Analysis of air quality monitoring in Bengaluru and the need to move from measurement to action on pollution control.
The drive to nowhere
Vehicle additions in Bengaluru grow at 10% annually. Bold measures needed to disincentivize motor vehicles and promote sustainable transport.
The clear and present danger
Air pollution is the single largest environmental health risk globally. Analysis of vehicular pollution and its impact on Bengaluru.
Doing it right!
Amsterdam's Zuidas development shows how to integrate transit-oriented development with mobility as a service. Lessons for Bengaluru.
A Quarter of Pedalling to work
CycleToWork platform launches with 115 companies across 6 cities, using leaderboards to incentivize sustainable commuting.
Future of delivery is not drones
Cargo bikes can handle 42% of urban goods trips under 500kg, offering a sustainable alternative to trucks for last-mile delivery.
Pedalling across the gender gap
Only 8.4% of CycleToWork riders are women. Examining barriers to women cycling in India and solutions for greater gender equity.