Copenhagen Gave Cyclists a Green Wave
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Copenhagen's 'green wave' initiative prioritizes cyclists by synchronizing traffic lights, promoting eco-friendly transportation; the community discussion is limited but supportive of such initiatives.
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This type of practical measure is unthinkable here, where a cyclist often has to stop at traffic lights and press a button to request a green signal - even when car-traffic is at a standstill.
It all leads to more friction and dangerous risk-taking - where cyclists end-up ignoring lights instead - endangering both themselves, pedestrians and even other cyclists.