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Friedberg (pm). The city of Friedberg has evaluated the results of this year’s city cycling campaign and is pleased to announce a total of twelve winners in four categories. Thanks to the commitment of 162 cyclists in 16 teams, a total of 30,291 kilometers were covered. According to the press release from Friedberg climate protection manager Dr.
Alena Rohn-Nemudrova avoids five tons of CO2.
City cycling is a Germany-wide campaign by the Climate Alliance that motivates municipalities to make a contribution to climate protection through cycling. The aim is to cover as many everyday journeys as possible by bike in a climate-friendly way and thus promote the transport transition. The 2024 city cycling event took place in Friedberg from June 8th to 28th and brought people of all ages together.
The city of Friedberg awards prizes with a total value of 360 euros in the form of “Friedberg Zehner” vouchers. Now the winning teams and categories: In category 1: “The largest active teams” the prizes went to the teams “Hands On!”, “Ossenheim radelt” and the THM team. Category 2 was about the most trips per capita. The “Bioradler Ockstadt” were successful there. Category 3 evaluated the best individual performance, taking into account participants who had covered at least 700 kilometers. The highest mileage was between 702 and 1,325 kilometers. Particularly impressive was an individual effort of 1,325 kilometers, which secured the top position in this category. Category 4 was about age. The youngest participant, who covered 28 kilometers at the age of just ten, deserves special mention. A total of twelve “Friedberger Zehner” worth 30 euros each were awarded in recognition of the outstanding achievements.
For the coming year, the city of Friedberg plans to honor the winners of the city cycling campaign at a festive reception and celebrate their successes together.
The city of Friedberg would like to thank all participants, large and small, “who not only supported climate protection with their commitment, but also strengthened the cycling culture in Friedberg,” as the statement says. »Together we can make Friedberg even more bicycle-friendly and sustainable.«
**What specific policy changes or infrastructure improvements, inspired by the campaign’s success, are being considered by Friedberg to encourage continued growth in cycling and promote sustainable transportation?**
## Interview: Friedberg’s City Cycling Success
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today, we’re delving into the success of Friedberg’s City Cycling campaign, a local initiative with far-reaching implications for sustainability and community engagement. Joining us today are two guests:
* **Dr. Alena Rohn-Nemudrova**, Climate Protection Manager for the City of Friedberg
* **[Name of local cyclist/team representative],** participant in the City Cycling campaign
**Section 1: Celebrating Success - Looking at the Numbers**
* Dr. Rohn-Nemudrova, the article highlights impressive statistics: 162 cyclists in 16 teams, covering over 30,000 kilometers. What do these numbers tell us about the community’s willingness to embrace sustainable transportation?
* What were the biggest surprises for you regarding this year’s participation? Did any particular teams or individuals stand out?
* [Local Cyclist/Team Representative], what motivated you to participate in the campaign? What was your experience like, and did you encounter any challenges?
**Section 2: Impact beyond Kilometers – Environmental & Social Implications**
* Dr. Rohn-Nemudrova, beyond the impressive mileage, what are the tangible environmental benefits of this campaign? How does it contribute to Friedberg’s overall climate protection goals?
* We read that the campaign also aims to promote a “transport transition”. What does this mean in the context of Friedberg, and how can cycling be a catalyst for wider change?
* [Local Cyclist/Team Representative], did you notice any changes in attitudes towards cycling within your community as a result of this campaign?
**Section 3: Building Momentum – Looking Ahead**
* Dr. Rohn-Nemudrova, the city plans to host a reception honoring the winners. What message do you hope to convey to the participants and the wider community through this event?
* Beyond the annual campaign, what initiatives are in place to encourage cycling year-round in Friedberg?
* [Local Cyclist/Team Representative], what advice would you give to anyone considering participating in next year’s City Cycling campaign? What can the city do to make the experience even more rewarding?
**Conclusion:**
Thank you both for sharing your valuable insights. Friedberg’s City Cycling campaign provides a shining example of how local action can contribute to global sustainability goals while fostering a strong sense of community. This is certainly a story worth celebrating and emulating in other communities.
