Situated on the Loire River, close to the
Atlantic coast, Nantes is a green wonder of western France. It is France’s
sixth largest city, and has a metropolitan area comprising some 600,000
inhabitants. In 2004, Time Magazine named Nantes ‘the most liveable city
in Europe’ and in 2013 it held the title of European Green Capital.
Sustainable Transport Policy
Over the past 10 years, Nantes has developed a
sustainable transport policy with a focus on public transport and bicycles.
Development within the city centre is planned to minimise car transport and to
provide pedestrians with optimal conditions.
Effect on Emissions
The ambitious transport policy shows
improvements in reduced air pollution and CO2 emissions. All air pollution
indicators (NO2, PM10 and ozone) are below limit values. This transport policy,
together with an ambitious climate plan, has reduced CO2 emissions to 4.77
tonnes per capita.
