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2005 Winner: Bogotà, Colombia

For its success in implementing the TransMilenio BRT, integrating bicycle infrastructure with mass transit, and redefining and reclaiming public space for its citizens, Bogotà was awarded the first Sustainable Transport Award.

TransMilenio opened to the public in December 2000, covering Av. Caracas and Calle 80.

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Bogotá, Colombia was recognized as the first ever winner of the Sustainable Transport Award for it’s TransMilenio Bus Rapid Transit System and the city’s commitment to integrating bicycle infrastructure with mass transit, and redefining and reclaiming public space for its citizens. Under the leadership of Mayor Enrique Peñalosa, Bogotà was transformed into a model livable city and set a precedent for subsequent years STA cities.

For more information see:
http://www.transmilenio.gov.co/WebSite/Default.aspx
http://www.chinabrt.org/en/cities/bogota.aspx
http://www.streetfilms.org/bus-rapid-transit-bogota/

http://www.itdp.org/index.php/news/detail/transmilenio_celebrates_10_years_of_operation/
http://www.itdp.org/index.php/news/detail/first_set_of_transmilenio_bi_articulated_buses_launched_in_bogota/
http://www.itdp.org/index.php/news/detail/lessons_of_urban_transit_from_bogota/

2012 Finalists

  • Buenos Aires, Argentina

    In 2011, Buenos Aires' Sustainable Mobility Plan prioritized public transport, healthy mobility, traffic order and road safety, and improved citizens’ quality of life.

  • Cape Town, South Africa

    In 2011, Cape Town opened its first BRT corridor, fully integrated with cycling and was a first step at using transportation to increase inclusivity and accessibility.

  • Medellin, Colombia

    The solutions being implemented in Medellin are not only solving problems seen in the city itself, but in the region as a whole...

  • See all 12 nominees.