e² Transport. Episode 2, Paris: Velo Liberte

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Paris' ambitious public-private "Vélib" bike initiative encourages residents to forgo cars for bikes and public transportation. In the process, the program has fostered a unique popular culture, co...

Paris' ambitious public-private "Vélib" bike initiative encourages residents to forgo cars for bikes and public transportation. In the process, the program has fostered a unique popular culture, complete with its own language, jokes and pick-up lines. Its success has inspired cities like São Paulo, Venice and London to begin adopting similar programs.

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