HH
@horseandhay.bsky.social
City dweller just trying to safely ride my bike. 🚴🏼♀️
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At 20 mph: 40 ft to stop, 13% pedestrian chance of fatality/severe injury.
At 30 mph: 90 ft to stop, 40% pedestrian chance of fatality/severe injury, 50% smaller driver field of vision.
At 40 mph: 155 ft to stop, 73% pedestrian chance of fatality/severe injury, 75% smaller driver field of vision.
At 30 mph: 90 ft to stop, 40% pedestrian chance of fatality/severe injury, 50% smaller driver field of vision.
At 40 mph: 155 ft to stop, 73% pedestrian chance of fatality/severe injury, 75% smaller driver field of vision.
June 1, 2025 at 3:12 PM
At 20 mph: 40 ft to stop, 13% pedestrian chance of fatality/severe injury.
At 30 mph: 90 ft to stop, 40% pedestrian chance of fatality/severe injury, 50% smaller driver field of vision.
At 40 mph: 155 ft to stop, 73% pedestrian chance of fatality/severe injury, 75% smaller driver field of vision.
At 30 mph: 90 ft to stop, 40% pedestrian chance of fatality/severe injury, 50% smaller driver field of vision.
At 40 mph: 155 ft to stop, 73% pedestrian chance of fatality/severe injury, 75% smaller driver field of vision.
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a message to every city council: start making these bollards out of concrete, you cowards
May 7, 2025 at 12:42 PM
a message to every city council: start making these bollards out of concrete, you cowards
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“Believe it or not, electric bikes offer more exercise than pedal bikes on average. That fact might sound strange, but the science is clear.”
Why e-bikes can actually give more exercise than “acoustic” bikes. But no need to debate — both are brilliant in many ways when it comes to better cities.
Why e-bikes can actually give more exercise than “acoustic” bikes. But no need to debate — both are brilliant in many ways when it comes to better cities.
Why electric bikes actually give more exercise than pedal bikes
Believe it or not, electric bikes offer more exercise than pedal bikes on average. That fact might sound strange (and...
electrek.co
May 2, 2025 at 5:37 AM
“Believe it or not, electric bikes offer more exercise than pedal bikes on average. That fact might sound strange, but the science is clear.”
Why e-bikes can actually give more exercise than “acoustic” bikes. But no need to debate — both are brilliant in many ways when it comes to better cities.
Why e-bikes can actually give more exercise than “acoustic” bikes. But no need to debate — both are brilliant in many ways when it comes to better cities.
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You don’t have to be a “cyclist” to support safe bike infrastructure in your city. You don’t have to ride bikes at all. You just have to understand the FACT that bike infrastructure makes getting around easier & safer for EVERYONE, saves us all public money, & makes cities generally more successful.
May 2, 2025 at 5:44 AM
You don’t have to be a “cyclist” to support safe bike infrastructure in your city. You don’t have to ride bikes at all. You just have to understand the FACT that bike infrastructure makes getting around easier & safer for EVERYONE, saves us all public money, & makes cities generally more successful.
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“Cities evolve, and zoning doesn't evolve with it at the same pace. So, when you've got more people, more demand, prices go up. Zoning has kind of stolen the freedom & property rights of the individual. Zoning needs to be less restrictive."
www-thebuildersdaily-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.theb...
www-thebuildersdaily-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.theb...
'Missing Middle' Gains Ground As Localities Face Housing Dearth
Washington state’s sweeping zoning reform signals momentum for restoring housing options that were once common but have since been zoned out of existence. As home prices soar and housing shortages dee...
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February 26, 2025 at 12:23 AM
“Cities evolve, and zoning doesn't evolve with it at the same pace. So, when you've got more people, more demand, prices go up. Zoning has kind of stolen the freedom & property rights of the individual. Zoning needs to be less restrictive."
www-thebuildersdaily-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.theb...
www-thebuildersdaily-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/www.theb...
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“It's not easy to be exact, but studies estimate that tires create anywhere from 10-28% of the world's microplastic pollution, according to National Geographic. These particles don't just disappear — they end up in our water, our soil, and our bodies.”
Scientists make disturbing new discovery while studying human urine samples: 'We urgently need to classify [this]'
A recent study found high levels of two potentially deadly chemicals in humans' urine, raising concerns about tire pollution.
www.thecooldown.com
January 19, 2025 at 7:31 AM
“It's not easy to be exact, but studies estimate that tires create anywhere from 10-28% of the world's microplastic pollution, according to National Geographic. These particles don't just disappear — they end up in our water, our soil, and our bodies.”
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We’ve been watching the Watch Duty team do absolutely *unbelievable* technical work all week (they’re members of our Fast Forward open source program), handling a surge of millions of people trying to see where the fires are in real time. There are still people who do such good on the internet.
Sending love to everyone in LA 💙 +Kudos to Watch Duty on their incredible work supporting those affected by the devastating LA fires.
Watch Duty App Creator Says He'll Never Pull an OpenAI
Gizmodo spoke with the creator of the app that provides vital alerts about evacuations.
gizmodo.com
January 10, 2025 at 12:08 AM
We’ve been watching the Watch Duty team do absolutely *unbelievable* technical work all week (they’re members of our Fast Forward open source program), handling a surge of millions of people trying to see where the fires are in real time. There are still people who do such good on the internet.
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as LA is burning, a swath of the country is recovering from an ice storm, Alabama is preparing for up to 6” of snow and I’m praying for the TX power grid, a reminder:
we don’t need climate action just for future generations, we need it now.
the climate crisis is here, all around us
we don’t need climate action just for future generations, we need it now.
the climate crisis is here, all around us
January 9, 2025 at 1:00 AM
as LA is burning, a swath of the country is recovering from an ice storm, Alabama is preparing for up to 6” of snow and I’m praying for the TX power grid, a reminder:
we don’t need climate action just for future generations, we need it now.
the climate crisis is here, all around us
we don’t need climate action just for future generations, we need it now.
the climate crisis is here, all around us
Not a joke, they will do anything except admitting to climate change.
January 9, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Not a joke, they will do anything except admitting to climate change.
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Biking is the fastest-growing mode of transportation in North America, and a newly updated guide shows how your city can make cycling safe and accessible to all. usa.streetsblog.org/2025/01/09/n...
New from NACTO: Here's How Your City Can Embrace Biking — Streetsblog USA
Bike's are the fastest-growing mode of transportation — here's how cities can make the best of it.
usa.streetsblog.org
January 9, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Biking is the fastest-growing mode of transportation in North America, and a newly updated guide shows how your city can make cycling safe and accessible to all. usa.streetsblog.org/2025/01/09/n...
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Jimmy Carter, a visionary on ending fossil fuels, put solar panels on the White House. Big Oil-backed Ronald Reagan ousted Carter in 1980 and ripped them out
Tonight, as Carter lies in in state in the Capitol, a climate-fueled wildfire is destroying Reagan's former hometown of Pacific Palisades
Tonight, as Carter lies in in state in the Capitol, a climate-fueled wildfire is destroying Reagan's former hometown of Pacific Palisades
January 8, 2025 at 4:56 AM
Jimmy Carter, a visionary on ending fossil fuels, put solar panels on the White House. Big Oil-backed Ronald Reagan ousted Carter in 1980 and ripped them out
Tonight, as Carter lies in in state in the Capitol, a climate-fueled wildfire is destroying Reagan's former hometown of Pacific Palisades
Tonight, as Carter lies in in state in the Capitol, a climate-fueled wildfire is destroying Reagan's former hometown of Pacific Palisades
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Absolute bullshit. You prevent it with properly spaced and rated bollards. www.nytimes.com/live/2025/01...
January 1, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Absolute bullshit. You prevent it with properly spaced and rated bollards. www.nytimes.com/live/2025/01...
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“The United States, with its enormous highways, sprawling suburbs and neglected public transport systems, is one of the most car-dependent countries in the world. But this arrangement of obligatory driving is making many Americans actively unhappy, new research has found.” Via @theguardian.com
How extreme car dependency is driving Americans to unhappiness
A car is often essential in the US but while owning a vehicle is better than not for life satisfaction, a study has found, having to drive too much sends happiness plummeting
www.theguardian.com
December 29, 2024 at 6:07 PM
“The United States, with its enormous highways, sprawling suburbs and neglected public transport systems, is one of the most car-dependent countries in the world. But this arrangement of obligatory driving is making many Americans actively unhappy, new research has found.” Via @theguardian.com
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A Map That Visualizes Walkable Neighborhoods Across the US.
“Forward-thinking city officials who prioritize walkability today will reap the benefits of thriving, sustainable communities for years to come.”
www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
A Map That Visualizes Walkable Neighborhoods Across the US
An interactive map allows anyone in the US to see their proximity to grocery stores, playgrounds, schools and more.
www.bloomberg.com
December 28, 2024 at 12:37 PM
A Map That Visualizes Walkable Neighborhoods Across the US.
“Forward-thinking city officials who prioritize walkability today will reap the benefits of thriving, sustainable communities for years to come.”
www.bloomberg.com/news/newslet...
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“We have to think bigger & be bolder when it comes to solutions to our region’s greatest challenges. These changes require all of us to take an open mind to rethinking the last 60 years of unsustainable sprawl & embrace more walkable, infill housing (again!).”
commonwealthbeacon.org/opinion/walk...
commonwealthbeacon.org/opinion/walk...
Walkable, denser development can address both housing and traffic woes
Part of the solution to our existential housing and transportation crises is building more homes, of all types, in and around walkable neighborhoods.
commonwealthbeacon.org
November 25, 2024 at 6:05 PM
“We have to think bigger & be bolder when it comes to solutions to our region’s greatest challenges. These changes require all of us to take an open mind to rethinking the last 60 years of unsustainable sprawl & embrace more walkable, infill housing (again!).”
commonwealthbeacon.org/opinion/walk...
commonwealthbeacon.org/opinion/walk...
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Seniors benefit from walkable communities. Loneliness and isolation can lead to increased health risks: 29% increased risk of heart disease, 32% stroke, 50% dementia, 60% premature death.
Surgeon General: design environments that promote connection.
today.ucsd.edu/story/walkab...
#urbanism
Surgeon General: design environments that promote connection.
today.ucsd.edu/story/walkab...
#urbanism
Walkable Neighborhoods Help Adults Socialize, Increase Community
Adults who live in walkable neighborhoods are more likely to socialize and have a stronger sense of community, report researchers at the UC San Diego Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human...
today.ucsd.edu
December 22, 2024 at 4:42 PM
Seniors benefit from walkable communities. Loneliness and isolation can lead to increased health risks: 29% increased risk of heart disease, 32% stroke, 50% dementia, 60% premature death.
Surgeon General: design environments that promote connection.
today.ucsd.edu/story/walkab...
#urbanism
Surgeon General: design environments that promote connection.
today.ucsd.edu/story/walkab...
#urbanism
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At the risk of sounding like a perpetual broken record, walkable cities are a vital ingredient for rebuilding the social capital that has declined across Western democracies. We need more places for people to casually run into each other. Small retail does that.
today.ucsd.edu/story/walkab...
today.ucsd.edu/story/walkab...
Walkable Neighborhoods Help Adults Socialize, Increase Community
Adults who live in walkable neighborhoods are more likely to socialize and have a stronger sense of community, report researchers at the UC San Diego Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human...
today.ucsd.edu
December 20, 2024 at 3:16 AM
At the risk of sounding like a perpetual broken record, walkable cities are a vital ingredient for rebuilding the social capital that has declined across Western democracies. We need more places for people to casually run into each other. Small retail does that.
today.ucsd.edu/story/walkab...
today.ucsd.edu/story/walkab...
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Allow more corner retail and restaurants.
December 13, 2024 at 8:58 PM
Allow more corner retail and restaurants.
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Evidence has demonstrated this effect in numerous cities now.
I understand why it sounds weird to say, 'building a bunch of fancy new townhouses and skyscrapers will make housing more affordable!' but it simply appears to be true.
I understand why it sounds weird to say, 'building a bunch of fancy new townhouses and skyscrapers will make housing more affordable!' but it simply appears to be true.
So proud of the great work happening in Minneapolis, which shows that boosting housing supply helps make homes more affordable.
December 3, 2024 at 3:15 PM
Evidence has demonstrated this effect in numerous cities now.
I understand why it sounds weird to say, 'building a bunch of fancy new townhouses and skyscrapers will make housing more affordable!' but it simply appears to be true.
I understand why it sounds weird to say, 'building a bunch of fancy new townhouses and skyscrapers will make housing more affordable!' but it simply appears to be true.
A QUARTER. Where are the lawsuits against these companies.
Car tires shed a quarter of all microplastics in the environment. Urgent action is needed canadahealthwatch.ca/2024/12/02/c...
Car tires shed a quarter of all microplastics in the environment.…
Canada Healthwatch | The most important health news, in one place. 🍁
canadahealthwatch.ca
December 2, 2024 at 4:55 PM
A QUARTER. Where are the lawsuits against these companies.
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"Researchers in South China recently found tyre-derived chemicals in most human urine samples."
Car tires shed a quarter of all microplastics in the environment. Urgent action is needed canadahealthwatch.ca/2024/12/02/c...
Car tires shed a quarter of all microplastics in the environment.…
Canada Healthwatch | The most important health news, in one place. 🍁
canadahealthwatch.ca
December 2, 2024 at 4:13 PM
"Researchers in South China recently found tyre-derived chemicals in most human urine samples."
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"Urbanism works when it creates a journey as desirable as the destination."
December 2, 2024 at 2:09 PM
"Urbanism works when it creates a journey as desirable as the destination."
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If we want better fashion culture in the US, we have to lower the cost of housing and commercial real estate, support independent craftspeople, build denser neighborhoods, improve walkability, and get rid of overly restrictive zoning laws. Let kook culture thrive.
November 27, 2024 at 6:44 AM
If we want better fashion culture in the US, we have to lower the cost of housing and commercial real estate, support independent craftspeople, build denser neighborhoods, improve walkability, and get rid of overly restrictive zoning laws. Let kook culture thrive.