Looking after People the Planet your pocket
Active Travel is swapping the car for local journeys in favour of walking or wheeling which can include scooters, bikes of all descriptions, skateboards, wheelchairs and mobility aids.
A world-wide initiative, active travel is designed to reduce local congestion
and make it safer and more accessible for all ages and abilities.
Dedicated routes are designed to enable this to happen.
Better for the environment, it is also designed to improve connectivity
between communities.
Good for People
Increasing car use has been a key contributor to our decline in physical activity since the 1960s.
However, according to worldwide studies and Government stats, physical activity reduces all-cause mortality by 30% as well as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, colon cancer; depression, hip fractures and dementia, and has an impact on cancer prevention, treatment, recovery and recurrence.
It also positively impacts on our mental being by providing a sense of purpose, being outdoors, reducing stress and improving sleep.
Good For The Planet
And it’s great news for the planet! By reducing car congestion, we reduce carbon emissions and energy use. Noise and air pollution also improves which impacts our health as well as the environment.
Investing in active travel routes also improves our green spaces alongside the natural biodiversity and better homes for our wildlife!
The benifits of active travel
Reduce car
costs
Active travel can save commuters significant amounts of money in vehicle maintenance, fuel, and parking costs.
Benefits Employers & Reduces NHS Costs
Studies have shown that people who walk, wheel, or cycle are more likely to spend money in their local shops, contributing to the local economy.
Reduces NHS
costs
Active travel can save commuters significant amounts of money in vehicle maintenance, fuel, and parking costs.
Creates Economic Benefits
According to a 2021 report from Sustrans, walking, cycling, and wheeling activities generate billions of pounds in economic benefits for individuals and society while creating healthier, safer, and more connected communities.