Beyond Best Practices Policy Brief - Closing the passenger

Lack of systemic integration of rail and bus modes of transport contributes to the attractiveness of personal vehicles as a primary means of transport. [...] 2 The National Transport Policy (2006-2025):4 Offers a framework to guide values and future regulatory ambitions, including promoting spatial and functional integration of transport systems, undertaking activities that prioritise energy efficiency, and increasing the competitiveness of modes of transport other than rail and air. [...] In 2020, the “Green Public Transport Program” was announced to co-finance electrification initiatives of buses and trolleybuses and budgeted more than PLN 1 billion to support cities in public transport electrification.17 Electrification of public transport can be seen as a first step of the road transport sector electrification, which is one of the most efficient ways to decrease emissions. [...] The expansion of opportunities to rent bikes, the development of safety and accessibility infrastructure for cycling, and campaigns to increase cycling for mobility encourage the prevalence of cycling and the reduction in private car usage. [...] 7 1 Transport overview Transport governance The Modal Split The Main Drivers of Passenger Transport Emissions Policy recommendations City of Short Distances Development of cycling infrastructure Developing Railway Infrastructure Electrification of Bus Fleets Integration of Rail and Public Transport Conclusions.