Fabian Küster
@fabiankuester.bsky.social
Director Advocacy and EU Affairs at the European Cyclists' Federation www.ecf.com. Interested in all things related to EU transport and mobility policies, bicycle parking, bikes on trains, national cycling strategies.
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It’s really important that #Vancouver’s Downtown Business Association, who were originally against bike-lanes, are now among their most vigourous supporters, because of ACTUAL EVIDENCE that they’re better for downtown business than any street parking they replaced.
Safe bike-lanes mean business.
Safe bike-lanes mean business.
November 8, 2025 at 3:51 AM
It’s really important that #Vancouver’s Downtown Business Association, who were originally against bike-lanes, are now among their most vigourous supporters, because of ACTUAL EVIDENCE that they’re better for downtown business than any street parking they replaced.
Safe bike-lanes mean business.
Safe bike-lanes mean business.
Excellent speech by French MEP @francoiskalfon.bsky.social at the CIE/ Conebi #Cycling Summit. The 2024 EU Cycling Declaration now needs to find its way into legal texts, on leasing, MFF, CEF, Social Climate Fund, etc. Fully agree.
October 14, 2025 at 8:46 AM
Excellent speech by French MEP @francoiskalfon.bsky.social at the CIE/ Conebi #Cycling Summit. The 2024 EU Cycling Declaration now needs to find its way into legal texts, on leasing, MFF, CEF, Social Climate Fund, etc. Fully agree.
The map below shows how EU Member States have incorporated cycling policies into their final National Energy and Climate Plans. Anything between 'excellent' and 'insufficient', so it seems, based on 13 cycling indicators.
Read the full report here: ecf.com/media/resour...
#climateaction
Read the full report here: ecf.com/media/resour...
#climateaction
October 13, 2025 at 1:37 PM
The map below shows how EU Member States have incorporated cycling policies into their final National Energy and Climate Plans. Anything between 'excellent' and 'insufficient', so it seems, based on 13 cycling indicators.
Read the full report here: ecf.com/media/resour...
#climateaction
Read the full report here: ecf.com/media/resour...
#climateaction
We are deeply concerned about the new US-EU "Framework" published on 21 August to address so-called “trade imbalances.”
If adopted, this would allow US pick-up trucks onto the European market. With grave consequences.
www.ecf.com/en/news/euro...
If adopted, this would allow US pick-up trucks onto the European market. With grave consequences.
www.ecf.com/en/news/euro...
European Commission reneges on road safety promises: New trade deal “Framework” could open door to dangerous US pick-up trucks
European Commission reneges on road safety promises: New trade deal “Framework” could open door to dangerous US pick-up trucks
www.ecf.com
August 25, 2025 at 9:14 AM
We are deeply concerned about the new US-EU "Framework" published on 21 August to address so-called “trade imbalances.”
If adopted, this would allow US pick-up trucks onto the European market. With grave consequences.
www.ecf.com/en/news/euro...
If adopted, this would allow US pick-up trucks onto the European market. With grave consequences.
www.ecf.com/en/news/euro...
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📘 Read the full #CyclistsLoveTrains report here:
👉 www.ecf.com/en/resources...
Let’s make sure trains welcome bikes — not just tolerate them.
#cycling #trains #railways #urbandevelopment #mobility
👉 www.ecf.com/en/resources...
Let’s make sure trains welcome bikes — not just tolerate them.
#cycling #trains #railways #urbandevelopment #mobility
Reports & publications
Check our resources to know more information.
www.ecf.com
June 20, 2025 at 11:05 AM
📘 Read the full #CyclistsLoveTrains report here:
👉 www.ecf.com/en/resources...
Let’s make sure trains welcome bikes — not just tolerate them.
#cycling #trains #railways #urbandevelopment #mobility
👉 www.ecf.com/en/resources...
Let’s make sure trains welcome bikes — not just tolerate them.
#cycling #trains #railways #urbandevelopment #mobility
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Could winding down city speeds to 30 km/h lead to substantially safer roads? The data is clear — yes, they can. ✅
Across Europe, cities are showing how reduced speed limits lower the risk of crashes, injuries, and fatalities. It also boosts cycling and bike sharing use. 💚
Across Europe, cities are showing how reduced speed limits lower the risk of crashes, injuries, and fatalities. It also boosts cycling and bike sharing use. 💚
June 17, 2025 at 8:15 AM
Could winding down city speeds to 30 km/h lead to substantially safer roads? The data is clear — yes, they can. ✅
Across Europe, cities are showing how reduced speed limits lower the risk of crashes, injuries, and fatalities. It also boosts cycling and bike sharing use. 💚
Across Europe, cities are showing how reduced speed limits lower the risk of crashes, injuries, and fatalities. It also boosts cycling and bike sharing use. 💚
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Mit unseren Steuergeldern sollte der Staat grundsätzlich nur Aktivitäten mit Subventionen anreizen, die allgemein wünschenswert sind.
Mehr Diesel und Bezin verbrennen, mehr Stromverbrauch, mehr Pendeln gehören m.E. nicht dazu.
www.spiegel.de/wissenschaft...
Mehr Diesel und Bezin verbrennen, mehr Stromverbrauch, mehr Pendeln gehören m.E. nicht dazu.
www.spiegel.de/wissenschaft...
Meinung: Tankrabatt: Wie wir uns zu Tode subventionieren
Die Verbrennung fossiler Brennstoffe richtet massive Schäden an. Dennoch wird sie gefördert – etwa durch den Tankrabatt. Dabei gäbe es sinnvolle Alternativen, von denen auch Geringverdiener profitiere...
www.spiegel.de
June 16, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Mit unseren Steuergeldern sollte der Staat grundsätzlich nur Aktivitäten mit Subventionen anreizen, die allgemein wünschenswert sind.
Mehr Diesel und Bezin verbrennen, mehr Stromverbrauch, mehr Pendeln gehören m.E. nicht dazu.
www.spiegel.de/wissenschaft...
Mehr Diesel und Bezin verbrennen, mehr Stromverbrauch, mehr Pendeln gehören m.E. nicht dazu.
www.spiegel.de/wissenschaft...
Today we released the @ecf.com Cyclists Love Trains 2025 report at @velo-city-conference.com.
We ranked 67 rail operators regarding their bike-friendliness on long-distance rail services.
Congrats to Belgium's @sncb-nmbs.bsky.social and Swiss SBB for winning the contest.
ecf.com/media/ecf%20...
We ranked 67 rail operators regarding their bike-friendliness on long-distance rail services.
Congrats to Belgium's @sncb-nmbs.bsky.social and Swiss SBB for winning the contest.
ecf.com/media/ecf%20...
June 10, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Today we released the @ecf.com Cyclists Love Trains 2025 report at @velo-city-conference.com.
We ranked 67 rail operators regarding their bike-friendliness on long-distance rail services.
Congrats to Belgium's @sncb-nmbs.bsky.social and Swiss SBB for winning the contest.
ecf.com/media/ecf%20...
We ranked 67 rail operators regarding their bike-friendliness on long-distance rail services.
Congrats to Belgium's @sncb-nmbs.bsky.social and Swiss SBB for winning the contest.
ecf.com/media/ecf%20...
I am very happy to have played a part in this.
But: Quite a few rail operators in the EU still refuse the carriage of non-dismantled bicycles. Interested to hear which ones?
Stay tuned for the launch of @ecf.com 'Cyclists Love Trains' report on Tuesday, 10 June at @velo-city-conference.com.
But: Quite a few rail operators in the EU still refuse the carriage of non-dismantled bicycles. Interested to hear which ones?
Stay tuned for the launch of @ecf.com 'Cyclists Love Trains' report on Tuesday, 10 June at @velo-city-conference.com.
Hop on, ride off! 🚆🚲
As of today, bikes are welcome on-board of EU trains. All new and upgraded trains in the EU will have dedicated spots for full-sized bicycles.
So, you can ride wherever the train takes you!
As of today, bikes are welcome on-board of EU trains. All new and upgraded trains in the EU will have dedicated spots for full-sized bicycles.
So, you can ride wherever the train takes you!
June 7, 2025 at 1:52 PM
I am very happy to have played a part in this.
But: Quite a few rail operators in the EU still refuse the carriage of non-dismantled bicycles. Interested to hear which ones?
Stay tuned for the launch of @ecf.com 'Cyclists Love Trains' report on Tuesday, 10 June at @velo-city-conference.com.
But: Quite a few rail operators in the EU still refuse the carriage of non-dismantled bicycles. Interested to hear which ones?
Stay tuned for the launch of @ecf.com 'Cyclists Love Trains' report on Tuesday, 10 June at @velo-city-conference.com.
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𝗜𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 — 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼. 🚴♀️ #WorldBicycleDay2025
Cycling is more than just a mode of transport. It’s a simple, scalable solution to some of the world’s biggest challenges. 🌍
So today, and every day, let’s ride toward a more sustainable future together. #JustRide 💪✨
Cycling is more than just a mode of transport. It’s a simple, scalable solution to some of the world’s biggest challenges. 🌍
So today, and every day, let’s ride toward a more sustainable future together. #JustRide 💪✨
June 3, 2025 at 8:25 AM
𝗜𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀𝗻'𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗶𝗱𝗲 — 𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼. 🚴♀️ #WorldBicycleDay2025
Cycling is more than just a mode of transport. It’s a simple, scalable solution to some of the world’s biggest challenges. 🌍
So today, and every day, let’s ride toward a more sustainable future together. #JustRide 💪✨
Cycling is more than just a mode of transport. It’s a simple, scalable solution to some of the world’s biggest challenges. 🌍
So today, and every day, let’s ride toward a more sustainable future together. #JustRide 💪✨
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The climate crisis disproportionately affects the most vulnerable. But what if the key to justice was as simple as riding a bike? 🌍
Cycling offers more than mobility — it opens doors to equity and sustainability. 🚲
📖 Read the full article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/can-...
#climatejustice
Cycling offers more than mobility — it opens doors to equity and sustainability. 🚲
📖 Read the full article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/can-...
#climatejustice
May 28, 2025 at 11:06 AM
The climate crisis disproportionately affects the most vulnerable. But what if the key to justice was as simple as riding a bike? 🌍
Cycling offers more than mobility — it opens doors to equity and sustainability. 🚲
📖 Read the full article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/can-...
#climatejustice
Cycling offers more than mobility — it opens doors to equity and sustainability. 🚲
📖 Read the full article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/can-...
#climatejustice
"But if there is one thing that has the most exceptional evidence for healthy aging, it’s exercise."
It doesn’t have to be cycling—but cycling is a great way to build physical activity into your daily routine.
www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
It doesn’t have to be cycling—but cycling is a great way to build physical activity into your daily routine.
www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
How a scientist who studies ‘super agers’ exercises for a longer life
Cardiologist Eric Topol, 70, spent years researching healthy aging. Now, he lives by what he’s learned.
www.washingtonpost.com
May 21, 2025 at 2:08 PM
"But if there is one thing that has the most exceptional evidence for healthy aging, it’s exercise."
It doesn’t have to be cycling—but cycling is a great way to build physical activity into your daily routine.
www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
It doesn’t have to be cycling—but cycling is a great way to build physical activity into your daily routine.
www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/202...
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Das hier ist eine absolute Pflichtfolge. Herausragender Gast und Folge bei @ronzheimer.bsky.social. Bitte nehmt euch die Zeit, das wird zu 100% eine gute Entscheidung sein. Die Aufnahme müsste eigentlich noch auf Englisch übersetzt werden.
👀 @gresselgustav.bsky.social
👀 @gresselgustav.bsky.social
Was hat Putin gegen Trump in der Hand? Mit Johannes Hano.
RONZHEIMER. · Episode
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May 18, 2025 at 8:34 AM
Das hier ist eine absolute Pflichtfolge. Herausragender Gast und Folge bei @ronzheimer.bsky.social. Bitte nehmt euch die Zeit, das wird zu 100% eine gute Entscheidung sein. Die Aufnahme müsste eigentlich noch auf Englisch übersetzt werden.
👀 @gresselgustav.bsky.social
👀 @gresselgustav.bsky.social
Really bad start of the new German government on transport policies: the position of National Cycling Officer, created in 2013 to be the public face on all things cycling, was abolished. ECF's German member @adfc.de heavily criticizes this move.
@bmdv.bsky.social
www.adfc.de/pressemittei...
@bmdv.bsky.social
www.adfc.de/pressemittei...
Radverkehrsbeauftrage abgeschafft / ADFC: Fahrradland zur Chefsache machen
In der neuen Bundesregierung soll die Position des Radverkehrsbeauftragten eingespart werden. Der ADFC hält das für einen herben Verlust.
www.adfc.de
May 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Really bad start of the new German government on transport policies: the position of National Cycling Officer, created in 2013 to be the public face on all things cycling, was abolished. ECF's German member @adfc.de heavily criticizes this move.
@bmdv.bsky.social
www.adfc.de/pressemittei...
@bmdv.bsky.social
www.adfc.de/pressemittei...
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E-bikes are car-replacers.
Authors of a new paper that examined 10 e-bike studies across Northern Europe:
"E-bikes can substitute for all other modes of transport, but car use appears to be the most affected."
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Authors of a new paper that examined 10 e-bike studies across Northern Europe:
"E-bikes can substitute for all other modes of transport, but car use appears to be the most affected."
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
March 20, 2025 at 12:25 PM
E-bikes are car-replacers.
Authors of a new paper that examined 10 e-bike studies across Northern Europe:
"E-bikes can substitute for all other modes of transport, but car use appears to be the most affected."
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
Authors of a new paper that examined 10 e-bike studies across Northern Europe:
"E-bikes can substitute for all other modes of transport, but car use appears to be the most affected."
www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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🚲 Cycling: A Solution for Transport Emissions? 🌍
The EU targets a 90% transport emissions cut by 2050 and cycling must play a role, but how big is its impact?
A review finds that in Germany, raising #cycling to 45% for short trips could cut 19M tonnes of CO2 yearly!
🔗 Read more: lnkd.in/eka5Y6mP
The EU targets a 90% transport emissions cut by 2050 and cycling must play a role, but how big is its impact?
A review finds that in Germany, raising #cycling to 45% for short trips could cut 19M tonnes of CO2 yearly!
🔗 Read more: lnkd.in/eka5Y6mP
March 19, 2025 at 8:34 AM
🚲 Cycling: A Solution for Transport Emissions? 🌍
The EU targets a 90% transport emissions cut by 2050 and cycling must play a role, but how big is its impact?
A review finds that in Germany, raising #cycling to 45% for short trips could cut 19M tonnes of CO2 yearly!
🔗 Read more: lnkd.in/eka5Y6mP
The EU targets a 90% transport emissions cut by 2050 and cycling must play a role, but how big is its impact?
A review finds that in Germany, raising #cycling to 45% for short trips could cut 19M tonnes of CO2 yearly!
🔗 Read more: lnkd.in/eka5Y6mP
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In #Wien legt die Bevölkerung 3 x so viele Wege umweltfreundlich zu Fuß, mit #Fahrrad oder Öffis zurück wie mit dem Auto. Bei der Platzverteilung im Straßenraum ist das Verhältnis umgekehrt. #Platzschaffen für umweltfreundliche, effiziente #Mobilität! www.ots.at/presseaussen...
Modal Split 2024: Weitere Zunahme bei Öffis und Radfahren, Zu-Fuß-Gehen nach wie vor auf Rekordniveau
75 % der Wienerinnen legen Wege umweltfreundlich zurück: Breites Öffi- und Radwegeangebot wirkt
www.ots.at
March 16, 2025 at 9:57 AM
In #Wien legt die Bevölkerung 3 x so viele Wege umweltfreundlich zu Fuß, mit #Fahrrad oder Öffis zurück wie mit dem Auto. Bei der Platzverteilung im Straßenraum ist das Verhältnis umgekehrt. #Platzschaffen für umweltfreundliche, effiziente #Mobilität! www.ots.at/presseaussen...
How much CO2 could Europe save in the transport sector by shifting to cycling?
To explore this question, ecf.com has conducted a literature review—while it may not provide a definitive answer, it sheds light on the potential role of cycling.
www.ecf.com/en/news/http...
To explore this question, ecf.com has conducted a literature review—while it may not provide a definitive answer, it sheds light on the potential role of cycling.
www.ecf.com/en/news/http...
Cycling’s Potential to Reduce GHG Emissions from the Transport Sector – An ECF Literature Review
Cycling’s Potential to Reduce GHG Emissions from the Transport Sector – An ECF Literature Review
www.ecf.com
March 14, 2025 at 8:19 AM
How much CO2 could Europe save in the transport sector by shifting to cycling?
To explore this question, ecf.com has conducted a literature review—while it may not provide a definitive answer, it sheds light on the potential role of cycling.
www.ecf.com/en/news/http...
To explore this question, ecf.com has conducted a literature review—while it may not provide a definitive answer, it sheds light on the potential role of cycling.
www.ecf.com/en/news/http...
Here at ecf.com, we work to encourage more people cycling more often in Europe.
While this doesn't mean entirely 'car-free,' every car removed from our cities and replaced with someone walking or cycling a blessing. So many great cities are leading the way!
www.washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
While this doesn't mean entirely 'car-free,' every car removed from our cities and replaced with someone walking or cycling a blessing. So many great cities are leading the way!
www.washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
Why Europe is going ‘car free’
At a time when NYC and the Trump administration are battling over a congestion pricing program, Europe is dramatically scaling back its relationship with cars.
www.washingtonpost.com
March 13, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Here at ecf.com, we work to encourage more people cycling more often in Europe.
While this doesn't mean entirely 'car-free,' every car removed from our cities and replaced with someone walking or cycling a blessing. So many great cities are leading the way!
www.washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
While this doesn't mean entirely 'car-free,' every car removed from our cities and replaced with someone walking or cycling a blessing. So many great cities are leading the way!
www.washingtonpost.com/climate-solu...
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"Flanders Challenges the Netherlands to Become Europe’s Top Cycling Region"
Read my article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/flan...
Read my article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/flan...
Flanders Challenges the Netherlands to Become Europe’s Top Cycling Region
Flanders Challenges the Netherlands to Become Europe’s Top Cycling Region
www.ecf.com
March 10, 2025 at 10:46 AM
"Flanders Challenges the Netherlands to Become Europe’s Top Cycling Region"
Read my article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/flan...
Read my article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/flan...
"Flanders Challenges the Netherlands to Become Europe’s Top Cycling Region"
Read my article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/flan...
Read my article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/flan...
Flanders Challenges the Netherlands to Become Europe’s Top Cycling Region
Flanders Challenges the Netherlands to Become Europe’s Top Cycling Region
www.ecf.com
March 10, 2025 at 10:46 AM
"Flanders Challenges the Netherlands to Become Europe’s Top Cycling Region"
Read my article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/flan...
Read my article here: www.ecf.com/en/news/flan...
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30km/h as default speed limit in cities works.
It saves lives. It cuts noise. It even leads to overall faster travel times.
Great op-ed by Antonio Avenoso, Executive Director of @etsc.eu
etsc.eu/opinion-from...
It saves lives. It cuts noise. It even leads to overall faster travel times.
Great op-ed by Antonio Avenoso, Executive Director of @etsc.eu
etsc.eu/opinion-from...
Opinion: From Brussels to Bologna…some good news for road safety
ETSC’s Executive Director Antonio Avenoso looks at how city-wide 30 km/h speed limits are bringing big benefits to cities across Europe.
etsc.eu
February 27, 2025 at 4:23 PM
30km/h as default speed limit in cities works.
It saves lives. It cuts noise. It even leads to overall faster travel times.
Great op-ed by Antonio Avenoso, Executive Director of @etsc.eu
etsc.eu/opinion-from...
It saves lives. It cuts noise. It even leads to overall faster travel times.
Great op-ed by Antonio Avenoso, Executive Director of @etsc.eu
etsc.eu/opinion-from...
30km/h as default speed limit in cities works.
It saves lives. It cuts noise. It even leads to overall faster travel times.
Great op-ed by Antonio Avenoso, Executive Director of @etsc.eu
etsc.eu/opinion-from...
It saves lives. It cuts noise. It even leads to overall faster travel times.
Great op-ed by Antonio Avenoso, Executive Director of @etsc.eu
etsc.eu/opinion-from...
Opinion: From Brussels to Bologna…some good news for road safety
ETSC’s Executive Director Antonio Avenoso looks at how city-wide 30 km/h speed limits are bringing big benefits to cities across Europe.
etsc.eu
February 27, 2025 at 4:23 PM
30km/h as default speed limit in cities works.
It saves lives. It cuts noise. It even leads to overall faster travel times.
Great op-ed by Antonio Avenoso, Executive Director of @etsc.eu
etsc.eu/opinion-from...
It saves lives. It cuts noise. It even leads to overall faster travel times.
Great op-ed by Antonio Avenoso, Executive Director of @etsc.eu
etsc.eu/opinion-from...
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Accidents down 55% and injuries down 51% since nyc congestion pricing (!!!)
www.nydailynews.com/2025/02/22/c...
www.nydailynews.com/2025/02/22/c...
Congestion pricing makes NYC safer
Just more than a month ago, crossing the chaotic streets of Manhattan with my daughter meant taking a chance with her life, especially as she’s a toddler who would rather run free. We live in the g…
www.nydailynews.com
February 23, 2025 at 4:47 AM
Accidents down 55% and injuries down 51% since nyc congestion pricing (!!!)
www.nydailynews.com/2025/02/22/c...
www.nydailynews.com/2025/02/22/c...
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Note that Tesla is the foundation of Musk's wealth.
A collapse in Tesla sales would be a massive problem for him.
www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...
A collapse in Tesla sales would be a massive problem for him.
www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...
February 12, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Note that Tesla is the foundation of Musk's wealth.
A collapse in Tesla sales would be a massive problem for him.
www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...
A collapse in Tesla sales would be a massive problem for him.
www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2...