Reposted by FriedmanLife or Lunch @lifeorlunch.bsky.social · 6hNYC’s New Animal Welfare Director ‘Incredibly Honored To Continue Fighting For Animals’ #Vegan buff.ly/Os9KqkT 054
Friedman @jefffriedman.bsky.social · 10/10/2026The U.S. sees about 130 gun deaths a day - more than the rest of the world combined. Most peer nations are 1/5 to 1/20 the U.S. rate. A uniquely American public‑health failure. Gun proliferation and lax regulation are an unmitigated policy failure. 100
Friedman @jefffriedman.bsky.social · 10/10/2026Good governance is civic armor. It protects local autonomy by delivering irrefutable impacts: safe streets, responsive public works, sustainable finances, and happy and engaged citizens. thecitycounsel.substack.com/p/the-best-r...thecitycounsel.substack.comThe Best Revenge is a Well-Run CityGood Governance is Civic Armor 010
Friedman @jefffriedman.bsky.social · 10/10/2026The U.S. sees about 130 gun deaths a day - more than the rest of the world combined. Most peer nations are 1/5 to 1/20 the U.S. rate. A uniquely American public‑health failure. Gun proliferation and lax regulation are an unmitigated policy failure. 010
Friedman @jefffriedman.bsky.social · 10/10/2026We must never normalize the grotesque level of gun violence we experience in the US. Gun proliferation and lax regulation have produced horrific results. Most recently, 9 people killed in mass shooting in Erie, PA www.msn.com/en-us/news/o...msn.comMSN 000
Friedman @jefffriedman.bsky.social · 10/10/2026Cities don’t need to choose between “no tech” and “all tech.” They need frameworks that let “good tools operate with strong rules” thecitycounsel.substack.com/p/smart-came... 000
Reposted by FriedmanPhiladelphia Business Journal @philadelphia.bizjournals.com · 09/10/2026A foreign biotech firm plans to use the new University City site as a base for bringing its products and services to U.S. customers.bit.lyJapanese company picks Philly for its first international subsidiaryA foreign biotech firm plans to use the new University City site as a base for bringing its products and services to U.S. customers. 051
Reposted by FriedmanSerene Doomer @serenaribena.bsky.social · 10/10/2026'Incredible. After the hottest July, Aug, and Sept on record, Oct is off to an absolutely blazing start across the contiguous U.S. The first week of the month av an astonishing 5.20°F above the 1991–2020 mean. Could we really be heading for 4 CONSECUTIVE record hot months?' x.com/TheGlobalWar...x.comThe Global Warmer🔥 (@TheGlobalWarmer) on XIncredible. After the hottest July, August, and September on record, October is off to an absolutely blazing start across the contiguous U.S. The first week of the month averaged an astonishing 5.20°... 4286
Reposted by FriedmanBrent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 10/10/2026“In London cyclists now outnumber cars in the City by 2 to 1. Paris, where they now outnumber motorists across the whole city, is catching up with Europe’s traditional bike capitals, Amsterdam & Copenhagen…In Copenhagen, bikes account for almost half of commuter trips to work/school.” @economist.comeconomist.comForget EVs. Cycling is revolutionising transportPedal power is booming, spinning up a new culture war 9494159
Reposted by FriedmanBilly Penn at WHYY @billy-penn.bsky.social · 09/10/2026Philly hosted a thank you celebration this week for the neighbors around Lemon Hill, for their contributions to the FIFA Fan Fest. Residents are asking for something more sustainable.billypenn.comLemon Hill caretakers seek sustainable parks funding as Philly's World Cup legacy project beginsNearly $7 million in improvements are coming to the space, but volunteers say it needs more long-term support from Philadelphia Parks and Recreation 031
Reposted by FriedmanPaul Brown @pbrown4348.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Korea to accelerate renewable energy expansion to 100GW by 2030. Around $750bn in government-led investment planned over the next decade. pdpwbj.clicks.mlsend.com/gp/cl/v2.k1.... 041
Reposted by FriedmanPat G🇨🇦 🍁🏳️🌈🍉 @pguist.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Mark Carney: "Canada is now the best connected economy in the world, with access to a market of 1.5 billion consumers, tariff-free. Over the next six months, we intend to double that number." 👊 🇨🇦 💪 Oh the lessons we are learning❕ 1313362955
Friedman @jefffriedman.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Professional standards for elected chief executives ensure voters choose among candidates who meet baseline standards of preparedness - just as we do in every other domain where public money, public health and safety, and public trust are at stake. thecitycounsel.substack.com/p/america-ne... 000
Friedman @jefffriedman.bsky.social · 07/10/2026It's still a thing, guess MAGA skipped this www.climateweeknyc.orgclimateweeknyc.orgClimate Week NYC 2026 | September 20–27, New York CityThe world's leading and most dynamic climate platform is happening this week, September 20–27, 2026. Climate Week NYC unites leaders to build a cleaner, safer future. 020
Reposted by FriedmanBrent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 07/10/2026“Local stores next to the protected bike-lane have seen a 49% increase in sales, compared to an average of 3% for Manhattan as a whole.” (Among MANY other public benefits.) Want To Make More Money? Build A Business On A Bike Lane. #CityMakingMath via @fastcompany.com #BikeLanesMeanBusinessfastcompany.comWant To Make Money? Build A Business On A Bike LaneResearch from New York City notes that newly installed protected bike lanes do more than keep bikers safe--they raise the income of the stores they are in front of. 12669256
Reposted by FriedmanThe War on Cars @thewaroncars.bsky.social · 07/10/2026“I am struck by how Right wing politicians across the world are intent on running campaigns based on the notion that there has been a war on the motorist and this needs to be reversed. Yet, in each of these examples the sustainable policies have worked and been beneficial.”transportnews.substack.comThe Right’s assault on common senseThere is a worldwide pattern of attacks on sustainable transport. 512525
Reposted by FriedmanJohn Hanger @jrfhanger.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Good morning with good news: Germany's surging 2026 EV sales is one example of why global gas car sales fell below 50% for first time in H1 2026! Germany, world's 5th largest auto market, saw BEV sales jump 95% in September. Plug-ins hit ~45% share. finance.yahoo.com/energy/artic... #energyskyfinance.yahoo.comFuel Price Shock Pushes Global Gas Car Sales Below 50% for First TimeThe share of gasoline cars in global vehicle sales fell below 50% for the first time ever as the Hormuz shock and the resulting record-high fuel prices accelerated the previously sluggish shift toward... 48516
Reposted by Friedmanalexvonwitzleben.bsky.social @alexvonwitzleben.bsky.social · 05/10/2026#Spain is investing in 14 renewable-powered #desalination plants to help tackle growing water shortages in coastal regions, a €600 million effort with the potential to serve up to 4 million people. Plants force #seawater through membranes that remove dissolved salts www.irena.org/-/media/File... 36531
Reposted by FriedmanThe War on Cars @thewaroncars.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Tonights' event at Temple Bar London is sold out, but a wait list is available. We're looking forward to seeing people and talking about Life After Cars!eventbrite.co.ukLife After Cars: Freeing Ourselves from the Tyranny of the AutomobileThis event is now SOLD OUT. A wait list is in operation, do sign up and we will contact you should a space become available. 0294
Reposted by FriedmanBrandon - "Fietser" @americanfietser.bsky.social · 05/10/2026"But the handicapped need cars!" No, what they need are options in mobility. The tech exists to enable their freedom of independent mobility, but almost always what is lacking is the enabling infrastructure. Bike lanes and quality sidewalks serve everyone. 3857791401
Reposted by FriedmanJustin Mikulka @justinmikulka.bsky.social · 05/10/2026"Gasoline-only cars fell below 50% of global new vehicle sales for the first time, as the Hormuz crisis and record fuel prices accelerated the shift toward EVs."oilprice.comFuel Price Shock Pushes Global Gas Car Sales Below 50% for First Time | OilPrice.comThe share of gasoline cars in global vehicle sales fell below 50% for the first time ever as the Hormuz shock and the resulting record-high fuel prices accelerated the previously sluggish shift toward... 561273361
Reposted by FriedmanDavid Zipper @davidzipper.bsky.social · 05/10/2026In London, I came across this sign from the police asking the public for help investigating a crash. Seems like a sensible way to handle hit-and-runs, but I've never seen anything similar in the US. 8809
Friedman @jefffriedman.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Why are the most consequential jobs in the country the only ones that require no preparation or qualification at all? It’s way past time to enshrine professional standards for elected chief executives to safeguard and strengthen democracy. thecitycounsel.substack.com/p/america-ne... 000
Reposted by FriedmanDr Paul Dorfman @drpauldorfman.bsky.social · 04/10/2026How many birds are killed by offshore #wind turbines? 99.8 % of migratory birds reliably avoided the wind turbines. www.euronews.com/2026/10/02/h...euronews.comNew cameras show how many birds are killed by offshore wind turbinesA year-long study has observed millions of birds migrating across the North Sea to measure the threat of offshore wind farms. 66332
Reposted by FriedmanGovernor Josh Shapiro @governor.pa.gov · 04/10/2026Philly Youth Basketball is doing it all — and we’re proud to invest in their growth as they continue to set our young people up for success. 4438
Reposted by Friedmanpnwpolicyangel aka Angelita 👼 @pnwpolicyangel.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Biking gets me everywhere faster than the bus does, and I don’t have to wait 15mins for a transfer. It’s been very liberating! People have asked me what I did to become comfortable biking since I was nervous before so here it is ⬇️ 1530850
Reposted by FriedmanGravel Influencer @gravelinfluencer.bsky.social · 04/10/2026There's a reason why Somerville hasn't had a traffic death in 4 years. The city isn't perfect, but they've made a concerted effort to design many streets around people and not cars. You can still drive, but you're going to have to do so slowly and while paying attention.bostonglobe.comSomerville is intentionally making roads harder to drive on. It’s getting results. - The Boston GlobeTo make roads safer, the city says, sometimes you have to put some obstacles in drivers' way. 138882
Reposted by FriedmanInternational Cargo Bike Festival @cargobikefest.bsky.social · 03/10/2026𝚃𝚠𝚒𝚌𝚎 𝚊𝚜 𝚏𝚊𝚜𝚝. 𝚃𝚎𝚗 𝚝𝚒𝚖𝚎𝚜 𝚌𝚑𝚎𝚊𝚙𝚎𝚛. What 7,300+ tracked deliveries in Brussels tell us about cargo bikes versus delivery vans: 👇 29231
Reposted by FriedmanJob Itzkowitz @jobforphilly.bsky.social · 04/10/202662,000 fans attend an NFL game. There is no general public parking available. Why can't us? 293
Reposted by FriedmanUN Environment Programme @unep.org · 04/10/2026The electric mobility shift is already happening in Africa. ⚡ 🚌 From buses to motorbikes and bicycles, e-mobility is taking to the streets across the continent, helping #BeatAirPollution and cut emissions. Read on: www.unep.org/news-and-sto... 410245
Reposted by FriedmanSherry w/ a whY @justiceforall.bsky.social · 03/10/2026#PlantsForTheWin 🦾🌱 [The numbers tell a consistent story: Vegans are still a minority - w 1–3% of most populations identifying as Ⓥ - but it's a minority backed by an unusually STRONG & growing #EVIDENCE base] (🌍 general population grows 1 million people every 5 days) milkyplant.com/en-ca/blogs/... 0288
Reposted by Friedmanalexvonwitzleben.bsky.social @alexvonwitzleben.bsky.social · 03/10/2026#Ford backs a big new solar farm for its Michigan factories. For Ford, the goal is to assemble every vehicle it makes in Michigan with the equivalent of 100% carbon-free electricity by the end of 2027 electrek.co/2026/10/02/f... #DonaldTrump #ActOnClimate #ClimateActionNoe #ElectricVehicleselectrek.coFord backs a big new solar farm for its Michigan factoriesFord is funding a 100-MW solar farm in Michigan to help power its factories and move toward its goal of carbon-free electricity. 13412
Reposted by FriedmanBrandon - "Fietser" @americanfietser.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Cities everywhere are discussing the dangers of ebikes in cities and passing swift legislation to tightly control them. Meanwhile: 2230458
Reposted by FriedmanElectrek @electrek.co · 03/10/2026FedEx believes $300M electric truck spend will save them $800M in dieselelectrek.coFedEx believes $300M electric truck spend will save them $800M in dieselIn a record-setting commercial truck deal, international shipping giant FedEx has placed an order for 2,000 all-electric box trucks from American startup Harbinger in a deal that’s reportedly worth more than $300 million – but the ROI could be much higher. more… 27323
Reposted by FriedmanWorld Bollard Association™️ @worldbollardassoc.bsky.social · 02/12/2025Over to Monaco🇲🇨 where we have exclusive footage of bollards saving lives. #WorldBollardAssociation 221220138
Reposted by FriedmanStreetsblog NYC @nyc.streetsblog.org · 03/10/2026The city is finally able to take advantage of the reduction in traffic to give more space to cyclists and pedestrians. buff.ly/azoy1Fibuff.lyTolls With Benefits: New Protected Bike Lanes In Queens Are The Fruit Of Congestion Pricing - Streetsblog New York CityThe city is finally able to take advantage of the reduction in traffic to give more space to cyclists and pedestrians. 0348
Reposted by FriedmanJose | RivianTrackr @riviantrackr.com · 02/10/2026Rivian delivered 19,248 vehicles in Q3, its best quarter ever, and kept its 2026 guidance at 65,000 to 70,000. Thank you R2! riviantrackr.com/news/rivian-...riviantrackr.comRivian Q3 2026 Deliveries Hit Record 19,248 as R2 Ramps UpRivian delivered a record 19,248 vehicles in Q3 2026, up 58% from Q2, and reaffirmed its 65,000 to 70,000 delivery guidance as the R2 ramp continues. 46810
Reposted by FriedmanJustin Mikulka @justinmikulka.bsky.social · 02/10/2026"The 2027 BMW 3 Series comes in both gas and electric versions, and the EV is $4,400 cheaper." But I have range anxiety....techcrunch.comBMW built the same car for gas and electric. The EV is $4,400 cheaper. | TechCrunchThe new BMW 3 Series shows just how quickly EVs have caught up to fossil fuel vehicles on pricing. 3822360
Reposted by FriedmanBrent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 02/10/2026A lot of liars really like to reference common sense. Too many cars driving too much in your city because of #CarDependency is the opposite of common sense. Polluting your air and fuelling #ClimateChange while limiting choices in how we can get around in cities is the opposite of common sense. 210324
Reposted by FriedmanDavid Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 01/10/2026A Democratic-led coalition of cities and states, including Hawaiʻi, is suing the Trump regime for repealing rules limiting greenhouse gas emissions from power plants.theguardian.comUS states and cities sue over Trump EPA’s repeal of emissions rulesDemocratic-led coalition says gutting key protections will set US back decades and worsen climate crisis 114337
Reposted by FriedmanBrent Toderian @brenttoderian.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Taking back the term “common sense” from the bad guys using it to lie about better cities, one post at a time. 26512
