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[Institute for Transport Studies at Leeds @ITSLeeds]

Find us at @envleeds.bsky.social. LinkedIn coming soon.

[University of Leeds @UniversityLeeds]

Since 2009, we’ve used this account to share University updates, highlight research stories, and connect with the Leeds community far and wide.

However, in recent years - like many others - we’ve experienced a huge drop in engagement due to developments on the platform.

[Robin Lovelace @robinlovelace]

New PhD @ITSLeeds: Spatial interaction modelling for future transport demand simulation 📢
https://t.co/w4YnnV5U9h
Spread the word and get in touch with any questions about this new opportunity with me and @DrMalcolmMorgan 🚀

[Institute for Transport Studies at Leeds @ITSLeeds]

Dr Malcolm Morgan joined @BBCRadio4 to talk about his research into the feasibility of switching planes for trains to decarbonise holidays.

Listen from 31:59:
https://t.co/t4K6nrZ3FZ

[Priestley Centre for Climate Futures @PriestleyCentre]

“We want to frame the debate in a more positive light about what people and government can do to make holidays guilt free.” said Dr Malcolm Morgan, lead author of the study 🏖️🌴

Read more 👇
https://t.co/YseWgDtd5d

[Priestley Centre for Climate Futures @PriestleyCentre]

Would you consider taking a train rather than a plane for your next trip abroad? 🛫🚆

Research from @ITSLeeds showed that up to 41% of Britons holidaying abroad could travel by rail instead of air to cut down on carbon emissions 👇

[Faculty of Environment - University of Leeds @EnvLeeds]

@ITSLeeds Save the date: 5 February 2025, Prof Kate Pangbourne, the new Chair of Transport Transitions at the Institute for Transport Studies, will be giving her Inaugural lecture at The University of Leeds. Book a free place: https://t.co/dcDvXFMbgw @SEELeeds @EnvLeeds

[Malcolm Morgan @DrMalcolmMorgan]

In a new paper, we ask “Can rail reduce British aviation emissions?” https://t.co/HEKlvw18Tt We find that 44% of UK international flights could have a rail alternative now or in the future, but that only covers 14% of emissions.

[Institute for Transport Studies at Leeds @ITSLeeds]

Yesterday, @DrGregMarsden joined Gayle Lofthouse on @BBCLeeds to discuss the multimillion-pound INFUZE project, which explores a greener and fairer way for people to get around.

Listen from 1:15:20:
https://t.co/oOEb19j8Ja

[Institute for Transport Studies at Leeds @ITSLeeds]

How can we build a future where we don’t need to own a car?

@DrGregMarsden, @IanPhilipsITS and @jillian_anable discuss the future of sustainable, car-free transport in Leeds and beyond.

Listen to the latest episode of How to Fix with @itsrichwilliams:
https://t.co/zzXkktLvPP

[Institute for Transport Studies at Leeds @ITSLeeds]

Leeds residents are invited to volunteer to redesign their neighbourhoods as part of a multimillion-pound project exploring a greener and fairer way for people to get around.

https://t.co/B2EIdJhKK3

[University of Leeds @UniversityLeeds]

Our podcast 'How to Fix' is back for season 2! The new episode tackles the future of transport 🎙️

Host @itsrichwilliams is joined by three experts from @ITSLeeds as they discuss a fairer and greener way to get around 🚗

Listen now 👇
https://t.co/HzNn0OsRGN

[Faculty of Environment - University of Leeds @EnvLeeds]

Making the move to Bluesky? 🦋

Follow our account to keep up to date with our research: https://t.co/T6zWBNtTRn

[Jillian Anable @jillian_anable]

1/4 Great write up from Prof. Greg Marsden @ITSLeeds on the ‘Shifting the Focus’ webinar in which we @GreenRupertRead and @Bankfieldbecky debated ta radical new approach to talking ab #climatebreakdown & the #mobility #transition

@EDRC_UK
https://t.co/gpCva0BaRd

[Dr Resa Nelson @dr_resa_nelson]

Attending this @UoLSSI session today: Ethical and Power Dynamics in Urban Co-Production and Reexamining Boundaries … can’t wait!! #coproduction @ITSLeeds #engagement

[Institute for Transport Studies at Leeds @ITSLeeds]

Questions about postgraduate study?

Book your place at our Postgraduate Virtual Open Day, Saturday 16 November.

https://t.co/1wAK34y4ov

[Institute for Transport Studies at Leeds @ITSLeeds]

The government has confirmed that they will raise the cap on bus fares to £3.

@DrGregMarsden, Professor of Transport Governance, writes about the cap and how raising it will affect bus users and services. 👇

https://t.co/DfAmW7yqZt

[Institute for Transport Studies at Leeds @ITSLeeds]

Join a QS ranked World Top 100 University.

Book your place at our Postgraduate Virtual Open Day, Saturday 16 November.

https://t.co/1wAK34xwyX

[_Micromobility_ @_Micromobility_]

Is it possible to enjoy a mountain biking weekend away WITHOUT a van or 🚗? 🚵‍♂️@IanPhilipsITS shows its is! He rode an #ecargobike w/his luggage & mountain bike for an 80km roundtrip, & succesfully ✂️car use. Check out his adventure in the most recent @ITSLeeds #ELEVATE blog
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[@PolicyLeeds @policyleeds]

📢What happens if the government doesn’t reform fuel duty?

@DrGregMarsden co-authors new report, 'Paying for Driving: Is Doing Nothing an Option?' exploring the impact of sticking with the current fuel duty system amid the rise of electric vehicles.

🔗https://t.co/Jn4UVbAiW6