Over 20,000 bicycle journeys are made daily using the public bicycle sharing scheme. By 2021, 3,000 bicycles will be available in the programme
Keeping the City Moving With 55% of the actions to reduce emissions focused on transport, mobility plays a key role in Lisbon’s sustainable transition. Despite significant improvements in recent years, there are still many problems related to air pollution and noise impacts on human health and ecosystems, as in most major cities. Lisbon is tackling these challenges through a wide range of alternative transport options to encourage people to leave their car at home. This includes better public transport with more bus lanes, a more frequent service and lower tariffs; more and wider footpaths; additional cycling lanes and bicycle parking facilities; and shared bicycle, scooter and car schemes. So far, walking and cycling has increased from 18% in 2011 to 32% in 2017. Low Emissions Zone In 2011, Lisbon created the first Low Emissions Zone (LEZ) in Portugal. Located in the central downtown area, LEZ covers approximately 30% of the city and involves restrictions to the most polluting fossil fuel cars and a transformation of road into public space for pedestrians, cyclists and public transport. In addition, several 30 km per hour zones are being introduced to further improve air quality within neighbourhoods, while also increasing safety and promoting sustainable modes of transport like cycling and walking.
