We are shaping our city for future generations
Edinburgh is one of the best cities in the world in which to live, work and study. Like other cities, we are feeling the impacts of
- climate change
- poverty and health inequalities in our communities
- demand for new homes
- traffic congestion
- poor air quality in some areas.
Edinburgh has well-used public transport and some very walkable areas, including the city centre and local high streets. But, as set out in our City Mobility Plan 2030, we are facing a rapidly growing population and unsustainable levels of private car use which is increasing demand on our limited street space.
We have an ambitious 2030 target to lower the number of kilometres travelled by car in Edinburgh by 30%. Edinburgh also aims to achieve Net Zero status by 2030.
As our city grows, we need to change how people, goods and services move into and around Edinburgh that benefits everyone, and we have the plans in place to do this.
In the news
- Edinburgh's walking, wheeling and cycling trends revealed (March 2024)
- New walking, wheeling and cycling route launched (March 2024)
- Bold plans proposed for Edinburgh’s future streets (February 2024)
