Urban Transport Decarbonization

Even in cities with high public transit use, remaining car trips, freight, and last-mile delivery generate substantial emissions. Electrifying bus fleets, expanding cycling infrastructure, and shifting freight to low-carbon modes requires massive capital investment and behavioral change, while EV adoption is constrained by charging access — especially for tenants who cannot install home chargers.

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#00053Right-to-Charge Legislation for Tenants

Pass legislation giving tenants and condominium owners the legal right to install EV charging stations, overriding landlord or homeowner association objections. Pair with a standardized cost-sharing mechanism so building owners are not burdened unfairly. France, Germany, and several US states have enacted right-to-charge laws, and adoption rates in buildings covered by such laws are 3–5x higher than comparable buildings without them. Under current Swiss law (Article 260a Code of Obligations), tenants have no recourse if a landlord refuses charging installation.

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Elena Popescu

#00054Car Deregistration Incentive with Mobility Credits

Offer residents a financial incentive to permanently deregister a car, paid as credits redeemable for public transit passes, bike-sharing, car-sharing, and cargo bike rentals rather than cash. This ensures the incentive shifts behavior rather than just subsidizing a transaction. Basel's Umweltprämie (CHF 1,500, launched September 2025, 400 slots) is a working pilot of this approach. Helsinki's mobility-as-a-service platform demonstrates the broader ecosystem needed to make car-free living genuinely convenient.

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Sarah Chen