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In Episode 13 of Pave the Way,  we delve into electric vehicles (EVs) with two insightful members of the Norwegian EV Association, Markus Nilsen Rotevatn and Helene Busengdal. Norway stands as a global leader in EV adoption, boasting one of the highest per capita rates of electric vehicle ownership worldwide. In this episode, we uncover the secrets behind Norway's success story and discuss the invaluable lessons that other nations can learn from their experience.

Markus and Helena provide us with an insider's perspective on the EV landscape in Norway, offering deep insights into the country's infrastructure, policies, and consumer attitudes that have propelled it to the forefront of sustainable transportation. From innovative government incentives to a robust charging network, we explore the key factors driving Norway's EV revolution.

Tune in as we map out the road ahead for electric vehicles with the Norwegian EV Association, uncovering pathways toward a greener, more sustainable future for all.

On episode 12 of the podcast, host Akash Basu is joined by the Secretary-General of the International Federation of Pedestrians, Mario J. Alves.

The two discuss what it means to be a pedestrians, the importance of recognising the importance and value of pedestrian rights, and explore Mario's views and recommendations of how we can pave the way toward a better future for our walkers.

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The climate crisis disproportionately affects the youth. With their future (and present) in jeopardy, many youth leaders have sprung up and begun to speak up about their stake in our shared environment. 

In this episode, our host Damini Jaiman speaks to three such youth climate advocates, Abhiir Bhalla, Gokul Rajendran, and Samarrth Khanna. They speak about their journey into climate advocacy, the unique position of the youth today, and what green skills are. 

On episode 11 of the podcast, host Akash Basu is joined with Stephen Draexler, who works at the German International Corporation (GIZ) who is currently working on a project called the NDC Transport Initiative for Asia.

The two speak about how important it is to decarbonise transport, how we can go about doing so, the future of electric mobility and much more!

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You can read the book 'The Path to Zero: A Vision for Decarbonised Transport in Asia Changing Transport' using the link: https://changing-transport.org/wp-content/uploads/202204_NDC-TIA-Council_The-Path-to-Zero.pdf

On episode 10 of the 'Pave The Way' podcast, host Akash Basu is joined with the Managing Director for India at the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT), Amit Bhatt.

The two explore the role of governance when it comes to the provision of sustainable transport infrastructure, the underlying governance issues that prevent this provision and how we can progress toward a more sustainable future when it comes to transport.

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On episode 9 of the podcast, host Akash Basu is joined by author and urban mobility advocate, Melissa Bruntlett!

The two explore why we need to be moving toward the creation of human-centric, people-friendly cities, how we go about doing so, and actionable steps that cities can take to look forward to a safer and more sustainable future.

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