In order to reduce air pollution and create a
low-carbon city, Taipei set up public dynamometers to measure the emissions
from diesel vehicles and control PM2.5 emissions from diesel buses and trucks
in the city. By awarding “low-pollution identification symbols” to diesel
vehicles, Taipei reduced the pollution emissions from diesel vehicles, thereby
improving air quality and public health. By the end of 2013, there were 4436
diesel buses and 936 diesel trucks with the low-pollution symbol. It is
anticipated that with this program, up to 104.7 tons PM2.5 emissions can be
reduced per year.
The “YouBike” project began in 2009 to further
combat the effects that motor vehicles have on the city’s air quality by
introducing a bike sharing option for commuters. The YouBike service is
available throughout the city and provides a convenient option for users to
avoid driving and public transport. In 2009, 500 bicycles were made available
at 11 rental stations. Today, there are 160 rental stations and 5265 bicycles.
The number of YouBike users has already reached 1.9 million, while the total
number of usage is over 20 million, and has gained popularity as the first 30
minutes of use is free.
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