Vision Zero is a global phenomenon that began in Sweden in 1997, and believes in these five core principles:
1. Cities can prevent traffic deaths.
2. Human error is inevitable.
3. Cities can prevent severe injuries.
4. The entire system, not individual actors, is responsible for safety.
5. Saving lives is not expensive.
Did you know that Hoboken, one of the most-densely populated cities in the United States, has the nation's highest percentage of commuters by transit. It's also one of the country's most walkable communities, and has been actively encouraging sustainable forms of transportation, such as walking, biking, and shared mobility.
Most critically, the residents of Hoboken are extremely knowledgeable about the safety of their streets and have sustained connections to the members of their respective communities and social groups. Through this strong social fabric, Hoboken is looking to achieve the goal of zero traffic-related injuries and fatalities by 2030.
To learn more about Vision Zero click here!
Vision Zero is a global phenomenon that began in Sweden in 1997, and believes in these five core principles:
1. Cities can prevent traffic deaths.
2. Human error is inevitable.
3. Cities can prevent severe injuries.
4. The entire system, not individual actors, is responsible for safety.
5. Saving lives is not expensive.
Did you know that Hoboken, one of the most-densely populated cities in the United States, has the nation's highest percentage of commuters by transit. It's also one of the country's most walkable communities, and has been actively encouraging sustainable forms of transportation, such as walking, biking, and shared mobility.
Most critically, the residents of Hoboken are extremely knowledgeable about the safety of their streets and have sustained connections to the members of their respective communities and social groups. Through this strong social fabric, Hoboken is looking to achieve the goal of zero traffic-related injuries and fatalities by 2030.
To learn more about Vision Zero click here!
