1. In it
for good
The Bristol Method Peter Mann Transport Director Bristol City Council, UK

2. The Bristol Method is…
A knowledge-transfer programme from Bristol’s year as European Green Capital
A resource for people in other cities to use and apply the lessons that Bristol learned in becoming a more sustainable city
Comprised of 28 modules, or chapters
An easy-to-digest set of ‘how to’ guides on particular topics
Generic advice and suggestions that each reader can adapt to their own situation

3. The Bristol Method includes how to…
...create a vision of a city’s future
...measure the sustainability of a city
…cut the carbon footprint of a city’s buildings
…create more resilient cities
...tackle food waste
...protect and enhance green spaces in a city
...set up a local currency
...grow the green economy
...use art to inspire change
…promote renewable energy generation
...get more people riding bikes and walking
…increase public transport use
…create liveable communities
…reduce traffic and its impacts

4. How to get more people riding bikes and walking
Lead by example
20 mph / 30 kph speed limits
Segregated cycle routes
Rail and bus integration
Cycle training and month-long bike loans

5. How to get more people riding bikes and walking
Bristol to Bath Railway Path cycle route
13 miles off road commuter and leisure track
Opened in Sustrans
Around 7000 daily users
Walking/cycling conflict
MAMIL commuters
Community-led solution

6. How to increase public transport use
Bus priority – whole corridor approach
Real time information at stop and in your pocket
High quality vehicles
Smart and integrated ticketing
Accessible and affordable

7. How to increase public transport use
Improving the image of the bus and tackling air pollution
Geo-fence technology trial
Punctuality and reliability
Partnership commitments

8. How to create liveable communities
Safe speeds city wide
“Making Sundays Special”
Playing out
Reclaiming streets for residents
Children’s bike exchange

9. How to create liveable communities
Street closures for major events
Bristol Half Marathon/10k
Sky Ride/Tour of Britain

10. How to reduce traffic and its impacts
Understanding air pollution effects
Recognise the wider benefits of less traffic
Electric and other low emission vehicles
Parking management
Congestion charge??

11. How to reduce traffic and its impacts
Huge take up of car clubs in Bristol
Over 100 car club bays – 3 operators
Complementary to public transport use

12. The challenge continues…
The time bomb of inactivity
Public health and transport working together
Active travel is the “best buy” solution
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13. My challenge to you…
What are the most effective ways of promoting a liveable community where you live?