Suwon and 10 Other Cities Launch Bicycle Commute Challenge

[Suwon Ilbo=Reporter Seo Dong-young] Suwon City announced on the 15th that it will jointly conduct a bicycle commute challenge titled "Everyone's Bicycle, Anyone's Bicycle" with 10 other cities including Daegu, Gwangju, Daejeon, Sejong, Jeonju, and Wonju from September 22 through October 19.

This event, aimed at activating bicycle use to reduce greenhouse gases and fine dust, will be jointly hosted by the Sustainable Development Councils of the 12 cities.

Any citizen using bicycles or commuting by bicycle can participate. During the challenge period, participants need only download the 'EcoBike app' on their smartphones and select their activity area.

One point is accumulated for every 1 kilometer traveled by bicycle. During the commute hours set by the individual, 10 points are earned per kilometer. Accumulated points are used only as an evaluation measure by city and individual; they cannot be used like cash.

Based on accumulated points during the challenge period, outstanding cities (3 locations) and outstanding participants (approximately 5 people) will be selected and awarded trophies and medals.

A city official stated, "Bicycles are an eco-friendly transportation method that helps overcome the climate crisis and naturally enables social distancing. We hope many citizens will participate in this challenge where you can maintain your health while reducing greenhouse gases."

Meanwhile, the city was selected as an outstanding city in last year's bicycle commute challenge. A total of 715 Suwon residents participated and traveled 37,284 kilometers, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 7,937 kilograms and energy consumption by 2,606 liters.