Active Transport: A Pathway to Greener Planet, Healthier and Happier Lives

Active transport is characterized by the passenger's physical effort, which directly contributes to movement. This includes walking, cycling, and other activities like swimming, canoeing, and skateboarding. The most common topics under active transport study are the health benefits of this form of movement and the risks and safety that active transportation entails. Cohort studies demonstrated significant health benefits of active transport, particularly in preventing diabetes and improving mental health. Active transport satisfies the participants, facilitates socialization, and significantly reduces air pollution, contributing to a greener planet. According to national data from 2019 in Serbia, 75.2% of adults walk for at least ten minutes daily. On the contrary, only 9.0% of adults ride a bicycle daily, mainly in Vojvodina. The environmental benefits of active transport outweigh its dangers and risks. New designs of active transport vehicles provide opportunities and challenges in their implementation and spatial arrangement.