A visit to Texel starts with a ferry ride. The ferry is greened in the last years, and a new, even more sustainable, ferry is ordered. There are many bikes on the island, but also a lot of cars, a bus (public transport) and taxis. Although there are many kilometres of bike lanes, conflicts occur between fast and slow traffic. Both visitors and inhabitants have a need for fast traffic. How can the mobility need of both the visitors and inhabitants be met in terms of a sustainable transport system?
Current initiatives:
- Stichting Urgenda http://www.urgenda.nl
- Texel welcoming electric vehicles; Tourist information about e-cars and e-bikes: http://www.texel.net/en/to-texel/car/
- TESO sustainable ferry and mooring