The FGSV (Forschungsgesellschaft für Straßen- und Verkehrswesen, Road Transportation Research Association) is a scientific institution that drives innovation in the field of road transportation planning in Germany. The FGSV planning standards and guidelines provide a foundation of practical knowledge for transport planners in Germany. The “Directions for Transport Development Planning“ is available on the site below (currently in DE only, but an English version is coming soon):
FGSV: Forschungsgesellschaft f. Strassen- und Verkehrswesen e. V. (FGSV)
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Walking is often neglected in planning processes. In order to maintain high levels of walking, Berlin wants to make the pedestrian experience more attractive and safe. Read more on the Walking Strategy for Berlin here:
Particulate matter is responsible for serious health effects. Many cities in Germany have implemented environmental zones to reduce the emission of fine toxic particles from road vehicles. Environmental badges are obligatory for all motorised vehicles entering these zones, issued according to the vehicle’s emission standard. Find out more here:
All German and European environmental badges and zones (environmental-badge.co.uk)
Umwelt-Plakette.de – Green-Zones.eu