environmental activists are organizing a “Mobility Forum” this Saturday
Many Toulouse residents are concerned about the issue of transport. The Russian-Ukrainian war led to significant fuel price inflation. Motorists are thinking about alternative solutions for getting around lower cost, but also by being respectful of the environment. In this context, associations Alternativethe Friends of the EarthIAuthenticate, La Ramée Green Axisthe city makers, FNE-MPand 2 Feet 2 Wheelsorganize a time for reflection this Saturday, March 19 at 1:30 p.m.
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
In Toulouse, the 3and metro line or the establishment of the Low Emission Zone (ZFE) crystallize the debate. If this subject is so central, especially for associations fighting for the climate, it is because of the “very heavy ecological balance sheet of the metropolis of Toulouse”, explain Forum organizers. They represent almost 52% greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of the Toulouse Metropolis. These broadcasts should be reduced and are also at the heart of the Paris Agreements downgraded in 2015. The objective set by these agreements is to limit global warming to +1.5%.
The ecological balance sheet of Toulouse little verified
At the local level, the Paris Agreements are implemented by the Climate-air-energy plan territorial (PCAET). The metropolis of Toulouse released its mid-term report in January. The forecast trajectory thus leads to the reduction of – 9% greenhouse gases by 2030, compared to -40% initially predicted.
These figures have provoked the indignation of many Toulouse environmental associations. For example, ANV (Non Violent Action) COP 21 activists posted a false advertisement in the Pink City on January 23rd. Indeed, the solutions proposed by public policies “seemed ineffective” considered the associations at the origin of the Forum.
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Development of alternatives to the car
While the price of gasoline exceeds 2 € and the geopolitical context encourages to reduce oil consumption in France, the development of alternatives to the private car is essential for many motorists. Or, according to a poll IPSOS from March 11, 39% residents of the Toulouse conurbation felt that they could do without their car now if they “really wanted to”.
For the organizers of the Forum, an opportunity to quickly initiate a transformation plan mobility in Toulouse seems possible. The citizens’ discussions begin this Saturday the will of the associations to make react the local elected officials. Case to follow.
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Mobility Forum
Where ? 24 rue du General Ferrie
When ? Saturday March 19 – 1:30 p.m.