Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. Green Light for Green Bus Lanes A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project.Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions.Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.'Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.'Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route.
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Green Light for Green Bus Lanes
A massive expansion of the Foundation-backed innovative bus system in Mexico City has been given the green light.
The World Resources Institute, EMBARQ – founded by Shell foundation in 2002 as WRI’s Center for Sustainable Transport - and CTS-Mexico (itself created by EMBARQ) will design and manage the expansion project. Metrobus functions like an above-ground subway in which large buses travel in dedicated lanes and stop at special stations. It already carries more than a quarter of a million passengers each day along Mexico City's Insurgentes Avenue, one of the longest and busiest streets in the world. The two-year old 'bus rapid transit' (BRT) system has also shortened commute times by up to an hour and reduced air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Commenting about the commitment by Mexico City Mayor Marcelo Ebrard to ‘green’ his city, WRI President Jonathan Lash said: 'Mayor Ebrard is proving that even the largest cities can successfully pursue sustainable development, simultaneously promoting economic growth, environmental protection, and public health in order to improve the lives of millions of residents.' Shell Foundation Director Kurt Hoffman, said: “This is great news. One of our key considerations when deciding to support a particular initiative is whether or not it can be “scaled-up” to maximise impact. This ten-fold expansion in Metrobus is proving it is possible to take sustainable transport projects to scale, helping the environment and Mexico City’s inhabitants.' Construction has already begun on an extension to the existing Metrobus line, as well as on a second route. |










It will see the existing Metrobus system - introduced with the Foundation’s help in 2005 and now carrying 263,000 passengers a day – extended from 20 to 220 kilometres as part of a new five-year partnership designed to ‘green’ Mexico City’s transport system.