Decarbonizing Public Transportation
Abstract
Join us for a talk by Felipe Ramírez, Urban Mobility Director at the World Resources Institute (WRI) Ross Center for Sustainable Cities. Prior to joining WRI, Director Ramirez served as the Secretary of Mobility for Bogotá, Colombia, and as General Manager of TransMilenio, the city's Bus Rapid Transit system. He will share lessons from his impactful term, which saw the electrification of Bogotá’s buses and the launch of Latin America’s most inclusive bike-sharing program. He will also offer key insights into WRI’s current global efforts promoting public transportation systems that meaningfully improve residents’ quality of life.
Speaker Information
Felipe Ramírez leads the Urban Mobility Work at the WRI Ross Center for Sustainable Cities. He has extensive experience in urban planning and transport, having served as Secretary of Mobility for Bogotá, Colombia, and as General Manager of TransMilenio, the city's Bus Rapid Transit system. Felipe has worked on implementing critical infrastructure and policies to improve public transit and broader urban transport systems. His expertise includes developing sustainable mobility strategies, enhancing public transport services, and promoting inclusive urban development. Felipe's work is focused on creating efficient, equitable, and environmentally friendly urban mobility solutions.
